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for its horn their numbers decreased to 1,300 in 1995. Due to the efforts of conservation groups like the
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rhinos gave birth to the first calf born in Manas since rhino reintroductions began. Thirteen more rhinos births, including one second generation calf, have been born in the park since then – a sure sign that the translocated animals are adapting well to their new home.
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