Sudan, world’s last male northern white rhino dies in Laikipia

Sudan, the last surviving male Nothern White rhino in the planet grazing at Ol Pejeta Conservancy. He was under 24 hour armed security. [File, Standard]

The world’s last male white rhino has died aged 45 at Ol Pajeta Conservancy in Laikipia County, leaving only two females to save the species from extinction.

Named Sudan, the rhino has been in poor health from age-related complications and extensive skin infections.