It is so thick and difficult to pierce, that a bullet of ordinary lead will sometimes flatten upon it.
To ensure its penetrating, the lead must be hardened with solder.
The rhinoceros, though not a water animal, like the hippopotamus, is nevertheless fond of that element, and is rarely found at a great distance from it.

All four kinds love to lie and wallow in mud, just as hogs in a summer's day; and they are usually seen coated all over with this substance.

During the day they may be observed lying down or standing under the shade of some thick mimosa-tree, either asleep or in a state of easy indolence; and it is during the night that they wander about in search of food and water.

If approached from the lee side they can easily be got at, as their small sparkling eyes do not serve them well.

On the contrary, if the hunter go to windward, they will scent him at a great distance, as their sense of smell is most acute.