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a good question, rhinos have horns mostly to ward off enemies.some more info about rhino horns,many people think that there horns are made of bone, but actually a rhino's horn is made of keratin the same thing that hair finger nails & claws are made of.

For self defense

To protect themselves.

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Why are pothers killing black rhinos?

potters are killing black rhinos for there horns and they will sell them for money


Why are Black Rhinos killed?

Black Rhinos are killed for their horns, which are in demand on the black market for their perceived medicinal properties and as a status symbol. Despite being illegal, the trade in rhino horns continues due to high demand in some Asian countries.


Why do black rhinos have horns?

All rhinos are herbivores, plant eaters. No rhino would ever eat Another rhino.


What is the decrease in rhinos?

rhinos are hunted for their horns


How do black rhinos interact?

The best thing to do is stop poulterer to stop killing them for there horns but if that poulterer good to do that then here are fact black rhinos can kill in the night & the early morning.


Are black rhinos habitat destroyed?

No. The decline of this animal was not loss of habitat, but rather poaching for its horns.


How does the exaction of black rhinos effects other species?

1)If the Black rhinos and its habits are protected then the other rhino species avoid extinction. 2) People living close to the Black rhinos, kill the black rhinos to make a living. By selling their horns and skin. If the there are no black rhinos then the people will start killing other species causing more and more species to become extinct.


Do female rhinos have tusks?

No, female rhinos don't have tusks. They have horns.


Are African rhinos also known as black or white rhinos?

Yes. Black and White are two subspecies of Rhinos in Africa. These are not subspecies, but two distinct species.


Why are poachers focused on rhinos?

for their horns


What are horns of rhinos used for?

They use their horns for fighting or defenses purposes.


Why poach rhinos?

They poach them for their horns. The horns are used for supposed medical use or sold for money.