Happy Elephant and Rhino Day!

Earlier this week we celebrated International World Rhino Day, albeit a little belated.  But today is Elephant and Rhino Day at Rafiki's Planet Watch and we are right on time!

Elephants are perhaps the most iconic animal at Disney's Animal Kingdom, and have always played a big part in the park's story. 

But some of the best encounters on Kilimanjaro Safaris come courtesy of the rhinos. I will never forget when this big girl walked inches from the truck. 

And then there is the black rhino, one of the more illusive animals on safari. But stay patient, and try the ride a few times, and you make just get him to pose for a glamour shot.

by Dave McBride (@RadioHarambe)

The Way A Rhino's Life Should Be

I just love this photo. With all of the talk in the news about the constant threat of poaching rhinos face in the wild, there really is nothing better then to see one at Disney's Animal Kingdom just relaxing and loving life. I just wish all White Rhinos could live the life this guy has.

But they can't. Instead they live under perpetual fear of extinction at the hands of human stupidity and greed. But we can help. Go to Save the Rhino and make a donation.

by Dave McBride (@RadioHarambe)

A Soothing Mud Bath

Some people pay a lot of money for a mud bath. But this black rhino has no need for a fancy spa or even some candles or mood music to go with his bath. He has a nice big puddle of cooling and soothing mud right there whenever he wants.

Even though the world population of black rhinos has recovered a bit in the last decade, this incredible species is still critically endangered. But we can help by assisting organizations like Save the Rhino with the money they need to continue the positive trends.

by Dave McBride (@RadioHarambe)

Happy World Rhino Day!

Much of the conservation world recognizes this day as World Rhino Day. As we have been saying here, Disney recognizes tomorrow as Elephant and Rhino Day but we will celebrate rhinos with the rest of the world today as well.

by Dave McBride (@RadioHarambe)

Walking With Rhinos

Not long ago, this rhino followed along side of our truck along the Kilimanjaro Safari trail.  She walked for about 30 yards within a few feet of us and when the truck stopped she came within touching distance.  When you are that close, you learn how beautiful and how massive these incredible creatures are.  

By Dave McBride (@RadioHarambe)