Esmé gets some ointment for her scratches
Channel: Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
Date: 2021-08-04

While rhinos have skin up to 2,5 cm (2 inches) thick, they are still prone to scratches and wounds. Esmé often comes back from her antics in the reserve needing treatment. Here you can see curator Linri rubbing ointment onto the scratched skin. Although Esmé isn’t fond of the process, there’s nothing like some lucerne bales to keep her occupied.