Two. 2. That’s it.
Indeed, the Northern White Rhino is effectively extinct in the world, save for a mother and daughter named Najin and Fatu, who are under 24/7 security in Kenya.
the last male died a few years ago, and there aren’t any other northern white rhinos even in captivity, so it’s only a matter of time until the subspecies is gone forever. The fate of rhinoceros more broadly are also in peril, though not as dramatically.
The New York Times Magazine has a beautiful yet tragic essay about these two remaining giants, exploring their stories, and the caretakers, who dedicate their lives to protecting these rare and beautiful animals.
Take a look at the essay here, and check out the beautiful photography that pay tribute to the northern white rhinoceros.
We’re so saddened that these gentle giants are going to be lost forever.
That is so tragic.