Conservationists in Botswana are said to be delighted by the birth of a black rhino in one of the country's best known national parks, it has been reported.

The calf is the offspring of Chinga, a rare black rhino which was relocated from the Chobe National Park to Khama Rhino Sanctuary six years ago.

Black rhinos were thought to be extinct in the African country until she was discovered in 2002 and wildlife experts say the recent birth is a positive step.

According to the Botswana Press Agency, Khama Rhino Sanctuary assistant manager, Ompatile Galaletsang said the sex of the animal was still unknown.

He added that they were hoping it would be a female so that they could continue to breed more rhino.

Khama Rhino Sanctuary, located in Serowe, was established in 1992 in a bid to restore the rhino and other endangered species populations to the area which was once teeming with wildlife.

Since it was founded, 14 white rhinos and two black rhinos have been translocated into the park.

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