COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) – Riverbanks Zoo is bidding farewell to one of its southern white rhinos, Bill, who will soon move to another Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) – accredited facility.
Zoo officials say the move is in support of the White Rhino Species Survival Plan (SSP) to increase genetic diversity in the population.
Born Aug. 29, 2004, Bill is known for his calm, easygoing nature — and for making the most of a sunny spot, wallowing in mud or a good scratch from his motion-sensing brush…