Rhino teaches calf to man up

In the wild, a rhinoceros mother employs her formidable horns to defend her calf from predators like lions. By charging at potential threats, she not only shields her young but also imparts a crucial survival lesson: the effective use of their horns for defense. This behavior demonstrates to the calf how to assertively confront danger, preparing it for future encounters with predators. Such maternal actions are vital, as calves remain with their mothers for up to three years, during which they learn essential survival skills citeturn0search7.