Print and colour a drawing of a rhinoceroses family.

Other related drawing and colouring options:

Other colouring pages in the category Animals

Rhinoceroses, often called rhinos, are magnificent creatures that have roamed the Earth for millions of years. Known for their large size, thick skin, and impressive horns, rhinos are one of the planet’s most iconic animals. Despite their tough appearance, rhinos are mostly gentle giants that play a crucial role in their ecosystem.

Rhinos, with their massive size and armored bodies, are one of the most fascinating creatures on Earth. In this coloring guide, we invite you to bring to life a family of rhinos grazing peacefully in the savanna, capturing the grace and power of these gentle giants.

Coloring the Rhinos:

Coloring the Skin: Rhinos have gray skin, but the shade can vary. Start with a light gray base and add darker shades to emphasize the folds of their skin, which are key to showing texture and bringing your rhino to life.
Body Details: Add details like the horns, which can be a lighter color like pale gray or white. Their eyes are small compared to their body size, so don’t overlook them. Also, texture their ears and feet.
The Environment: Rhinos are commonly found in savannas, so use browns, greens, and yellows to create a background that represents their natural habitat. Include trees, grass, and maybe other distant animals to give depth to the scene.

Meet the Rhino Family:

Characteristics: Large, bulky body with thick skin, gray or black in color. They have a single horn on their nose (two in some species). Their legs are short and powerful, and their feet have three toes.

Predators: Lions, leopards, and hyenas are the main predators of rhinos, but only when they are young or weak.

Habitat: Rhinos live in various habitats, including savannas, grasslands, forests, and deserts. They prefer open areas with plenty of food and water.

Diet: Rhinos are herbivores and their diet consists mainly of grasses, leaves, and fruits. They spend most of their day grazing and searching for food.

Famous Rhinos:

Crash: A group of rhinos.
Sudan: The last male northern white rhinoceros, who died in 2018.
Najin and Fatu: The last two northern white rhinos in the world, who are both female.

Fun Facts about Rhinoceroses :

Rhinos are the second-largest land mammals after elephants.
The largest rhino species is the white rhinoceros, which can weigh up to 8,000 pounds.
Rhinos have a very strong sense of smell and can detect food and water from miles away.
Rhinos are solitary animals and only come together to mate.

Want to know more about Rhinoceroses, click here.

Rhinoceroses colouring page colouring ideas

If you need ideas for colouring in your drawing, check out our gallery of images of drawings that have already been coloured in using different techniques. You will find creative designs that will surely inspire you.