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Bosi, E.J., 1996. Mating Sumatran rhinoceros at Sepilok Rhino Breeding Centre, Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia. Pachyderm 21: 24-27, fig. 1, table 1
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Asia - South East Asia - Malaysia - Sarawak |
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Reproduction |
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Sumatran Rhino |
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Sabah, Managed Breeding Centre. The oestrus cycle was estimated to be between 28 to 30 days. During oestrus, the female was restless, with a swollen vulva and soft, clear, stringy mucoid discharge from the vagina. The vulva could remain swollen for five days. The discharge could be seen when the female was lying on her side. It was difficult to see the mucous when she was covered with mud but it was possible to see it when the vulva was opened manually.
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