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U.S. CEO-Hunter Imports Rhino “Trophy”

May 4, 2013

(ENDANGERED SPECIES) For the first time since 1980, American officials are allowing a hunter to bring a slain African rhino back to the States as a hunting trophy.  David Reinke, the CEO of Liberty Parts Team, reportedly killed a black rhino in 2009 with consent from the Nambian government—which allows five male black rhinos that are too old to reproduce to be shot each year—claiming his kill was an act of “conservation hunting.” This self-serving move has angered many within the animal protection and anti-hunting communities, who believe this decision will only further glorify hunting. Read on for more on Reinke’s illogical rationalization and what he plans to do with his new “specimen.” — Global Animal

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Rangers Kill Poachers To Save Rhinos In South Africa

March 29, 2013

(POACHING) Given the surging demand for rhino horn in China and Vietnam, an estimated 188 rhinos have been poached in South Africa since the start of the year, with 135 killed in Kruger National Park alone. On Wednesday, when park rangers were on patrol, they encountered a group of suspected poachers from Mozambique. When shooting ensued, three of the poachers were killed. Continue reading to learn more about the grand attempts to protect white rhino populations in South Africa. — Global Animal

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Rhino Deaths Predicted To Hit Record Highs

August 24, 2012

(RHINOCEROS) AFRICA — Wildlife monitoring network, TRAFFIC, has predicted that by the end of this year over 500 rhinos will have fallen victim to poaching. Despite the increased security measures taken by countries like South Africa, poachers are still one step ahead. The demand for rhino horn is increasing and is used for everything from supposedly curing cancer to a recreational drug rumored to cure hangovers. Read on for more on the human impact on the future of this endangered species. — Global Animal 

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Rhino Horn: Expensive But Worthless

March 9, 2012

Rhino “cures” —  Something as expensive as gold, like the horn of a rhinoceros used for Traditional Chinese Medicine, might seem valuable, but it has no medicinal properties. The belief that rhino horns are a great cure, however, is largely responsible for illegal rhino poaching, which results in a reduction in the rhinoceros population by 90% in the last 40 years.

Read on to learn why the horn will not cure your ailments, and the superstition is an atrocity.

 

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Rhinos Soar To Great Heights (GALLERY)

November 8, 2011

(ENDANGERED SPECIES) The World Wildlife Fund and Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife recently transported nineteen rhinos by helicopter to new homes in a collaborative effort to preserve this critically endangered species. The endeavor, dubbed the Black Rhino Range Expansion Project, has successfully transported seven black rhinoceros populations using this seemingly unconventional method — assured to be gentler on the darted rhino than other techniques. See below for photos and more information on this incredible venture. — Global Animal

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Mass Extinction: Animals Disappearing Fast (Take Action)

June 1, 2011

(ENDANGERED SPECIES) The world is full of wonderful and intriguing creatures, but many amazing animals are under threat of extinction. The consequences are catastrophic and permanent, for both animals and humans. Here is a list of some of the most fascinating animals that are under threat. Click on each picture to find out how you can help that particular species. — Global Animal

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Rhino Graveyard Discovered, Intensive Investigation Underway

November 25, 2010

SOUTH AFRICA – A gruesome discovery was made at the western edge of the Kruger National Park; 18 rhino carcasses left there by poachers. An investigation is underway to catch the poachers responsible for the senseless killing. Find out what you can do to help save the rhinos.

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Rhinos Go Undercover With GPS Tracking Devices

November 14, 2010

SOUTH AFRICA – Five rhinos have been equipped with state of the art GPS devices embedded into their horns as a way to keep track of the rhinos and away from suspicious activity. And if a poacher does manage to get away with murder, he won’t get far since the GPS will continue to track the rhino’s horn. Check out this high-tech solution to a low crime. – Global Animal

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