Can a rhinoceros see its own horn?

As you can see, the horse has a blind spot that extends directly in front of its face, exactly where the horn would be on a rhino. read more

As you can see, the horse has a blind spot that extends directly in front of its face, exactly where the horn would be on a rhino. Rhino eyes are in a similar relative position to horse eyes, but are much smaller, so even rhinos with the largest, most magnificent horns would probably have to take someone’s word for it. read more

Rhinos use their horns for protecting their young, territorial disputes between males, rare self defense from lions or elephants in musth, breaking branches, for mothers to guide their calves and even digging for water in riverbeds. read more

In China, the ornamental use of rhino horn dates back to at least the 7th century AD. Over the centuries, rhino horns have been carved into ceremonial cups, as well as buttons, belt buckles, hair pins, and paperweights. read more