
A newborn one-horned rhinoceros calf was spotted on January 1, 2026, in Jaldapara National Park, India. Indian Forest Service officer Parveen Kaswan shared a video of the calf, emphasizing the park's protocol for documenting and monitoring all rhino births. This conservation effort ensures the protection of vulnerable calves and mothers. The officer also noted that rhino calves are capable of walking within hours of birth, a crucial survival adaptation.
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