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  • Wildlife conservation
  • Endocrinology
  • Zoology

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  • Effective management of rhinoceros populations is vital for species survival due to poaching and captive breeding challenges.
  • Non-invasive fecal hormone analysis is crucial for monitoring endocrinology and reproductive status in endangered species.
  • Accurate sex determination is essential for understanding population dynamics and effective conservation strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a statistical model for predicting the sex of white rhinoceroses (Ceratotherium simum) using hormone levels from single fecal samples.
  • To establish a reliable, non-invasive method for sex identification in white rhinos.

Main Methods:

  • Collected 562 fecal samples from 15 white rhinoceros individuals.
  • Utilized enzyme immunoassays to measure fecal cortisol, progesterone, estrone, and testosterone metabolites.
  • Developed and validated a statistical model for sex prediction based on hormone concentrations.

Main Results:

  • The developed statistical model achieved nearly 80% accuracy in predicting the sex of white rhinoceroses.
  • Hormonal determinations from fecal samples proved effective for non-invasive sex identification.

Conclusions:

  • Implementing this model enhances the understanding of white rhinoceros population structure and dynamics.
  • This non-invasive technique significantly aids conservation management and the long-term survival of the species.
  • Fecal hormone analysis offers a valuable tool for managing endangered rhinoceros populations.