“P” is for …

Rhinos, Elephants, and Hippos used to be considered a group, called Pachyderms, based on some similarities in skin and size. We are all gray, big, and relatively thick-skinned. For the record, further studies have shown We are not related, one to another.

Of course, all of Us knew that, but Science didn’t know it. (All Critters are used to these mix-ups. We don’t take it to heart.)

There is a common idea that having thick skin proves Rhinos are insensitive. All We have to say to that is “nuts”.

Oh Brother!

Rhinos see ourselves as Members of a giant Family. Our Mainspring has not changed fundamentally since the Get-Go, when Nature produced Rhino #1.

Our family tree is Great Big. We have tried out all sorts of different sizes, appearances, variations, and mindsets over the ages. We all have in common one thing: Rhino Heart.

So every Rhino is related to every other Rhino, Here or in the Hereafter. Call them Sisters, Cousins, or whatever… the details are not the issue; Rhino Heart is.