SUMMARY
An viral video capturing a one-day-old greater one-horned rhino taking its first steps in India's Jaldapara National Park is drawing significant attention online. Shared by divisional forest officer Parveen Kaswan, the footage underscores the success of decades-long conservation efforts for the species. Once near extinction, the greater one-horned rhino population has rebounded to over 4,000 individuals in India, with Jaldapara National Park seeing its population grow to 332. The video has been recirculated, with one version nearing 100,000 views.
TAKEAWAYS
A video of a newborn greater one-horned rhino walking was filmed in Jaldapara National Park, India.
The footage highlights successful conservation efforts for the species, which was once near extinction.
The greater one-horned rhino population in India has increased significantly, exceeding 4,000 individuals.
The video has gained widespread attention online, with one version approaching 100,000 views.