The Sumatran Rhino (Dicerorhinus sumatrensis) is one of the world’s most critically endangered herbivore mammals, with an estimated population of < 100 individuals. Found in Southeast Asia, it inhabits rainforests habitats and faces threats from hunting (horn is used in traditional medicine).
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Sumatran Rhino | Herbivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 850 kg | 117.3 kg | ↑ 625% |
| Height | 122.5 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 40 km/h | 40 km/h | — 0% |
| Avg Speed | 40 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Sumatran Rhino inhabits rainforests habitats. It can be found in Southeast Asia.
Typical coloring: Reddish-Brown.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Sumatran Rhino is a solitary species belonging to the Rhinocerotidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
CR The Sumatran Rhino is classified as Critically Endangered. There are 19 species with the same status in our database.
Estimated population: < 100 individuals.
Known threats: Hunting (horn is used in traditional medicine).
Species Comparison
Among 50 herbivore mammals, the Sumatran Rhino’s weight of 750–950 kg is significantly higher than the group median of 117.3 kg.
Weight rank: #3 of 19 Critically Endangered species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gharial | Up to 1500 kg | CR |
| 2 | Black Rhinoceros | 800–1400 kg | CR |
| 3 | Sumatran Rhino | 750–950 kg | CR |
| 4 | Sumatran Rhinoceros | 500–950 kg | CR |
| 5 | White Tiger | 100–300 kg | CR |
Related Species
How much does a Sumatran Rhino weigh?
A Sumatran Rhino typically weighs 750–950 kg, which is exceptionally high compared to the median of 117.3 kg among herbivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Sumatran Rhino?
The Sumatran Rhino is classified as “Critically Endangered”. There are 19 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Sumatran Rhino live?
The Sumatran Rhino is found in Southeast Asia, in rainforests habitats.
How does the Sumatran Rhino reproduce?
The Sumatran Rhino has a gestation period of 430–640 days and typically produces 1 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026