There are five species of rhinoceros – all endangered – but the Javan rhinoceros is the one closest to extinction. At most, there are believed to be 60 individuals left in their home environment on the Island of Java. Until recently, there were a small number left in Vietnam, but the last of the group were wiped out by poachers in 2012. Some natives still believe that rhino horns have magical properties that can be used in medicines. [Source]

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