Rhinoceros are known for their gentle nature. Despite being large and having a rough exterior, these creatures are less aggressive. But, rarely they engage in battle with animals of other species. On the other hand, buffaloes are powerful and aggressive in nature. Maternal instincts, territorial protection, self-defence, habitat loss, and feeling threatened or cornered are some of the reasons why they lose their cool. Well, animal behaviour is unpredictable and one cannot judge when they will lose their cool and attack. However, who will triumph in a battle between a rhinoceros and a buffalo?
Recently, an unlikely incident of an intense battle between a rhinoceros and a buffalo has surfaced on social media. Well, the result of the battle between the two powerful creatures in the wild is something unmissable as it is a rare event.
In the video, while the rhino seems to be in a defensive mode, the buffalo initiates the attack. The rhino strongly dodges off the attack and continues to defend itself. However, the buffalo seems to be in no mood to step back from the battle and impose more power. Meanwhile, the rhino also strengthens its defensive technique and uses its horn to attack. On the other hand, the buffalo also uses its horns to prevent the attack.
Soon the battle intensifies and the duo continues to attack each other with more power. Suddenly, the rhino overpowers the buffalo making it roll on the ground. However, the buffalo immediately gets up. Though the rhino continues to attack its opponent without giving it any space, the buffalo turns around and readies to give a reply. While the buffalo chases, the rhino takes a few steps back. During the battle, the rhino gets another lead and attacks the buffalo under its stomach with its horn.
Finally, the buffalo seizes the attack and the rhino stops too. While the video ends with this scene, it seems, the rhino injured the buffalo after which the battle seized.
While the source of the video couldn't be verified, it is shared on X by Brutal Nature. Well, netizens have flooded likes and comments expressing their surprise over the battle.