She made her first charge, protective of her calf, as we approached.

The black rhino calf turned quietly, its glance one of distrust.

Distant thunderclouds set a stormy scene on the African plain as a newborn baby southern white rhino calf stands by his mom quietly watching.

Under the protective shadow of her mother's massive frame, the little calf finds solace and security.

His curious yet alert stare tells of his early days in the vast African bush.