how many white rhinos are left in the world

As of August 2025, there are approximately 15,752 white rhinos left in the world. This number represents both subspecies, with the southern white rhino being the majority population, while the northern white rhino is functionally extinct with only two females remaining under protection in Kenya. The population has seen a decrease recently due to poaching and other threats, despite conservation efforts. The white rhino is currently classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN.