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Rangers Forsake Endangered Rhinos

May 1, 2013

(POACHING) JOHANNESBURG — Possibly betrayed by the very people sworn to protect them, the last 15 rhinos in Mozambique have met a horrible fate. A group of 30 rangers of the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park are due in court this month to face accusations claiming they aided poachers in search of these rhinos, leading to the slaughter of all 15 animals. The world’s rhino population is a major concern, making this a terrible tragedy for an already troubled species. Continue reading to find out more on what might be a heartbreaking betrayal. — Global Animal  

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UN Calls To Demolish Ivory Tower

April 25, 2013

(ANIMAL WELFARE) VIENNA — Nonsensical cures and asinine rituals continue to stimulate the demand for ivory in Southeast Asia. Rhinos and elephants have long been sought after for their precious tusks and horns, as their ivory is believed to cure a number of ailments. Of course, these cures aren’t rooted in fact, but belief in them has contributed to a recent surge in the poaching of these threatened species. Fortunately, the head of the UN Office on Drugs and Crime, Yury Fedotov, is pushing for tougher penalties for illegal poachers. Continue reading for more on the harsh truths behind this illegal industry and what others are doing to fight it. — Global Animal

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The two founders, Olivia and Carter Ries, of One More Generation are urging South African President Zuma to end rhino poaching. Photo Credit: One More Generation

One More Generation Saves One Rhino At A Time

December 12, 2012

(ANIMAL ACTIVISM) Carter and Olivia Ries may seem like your average kids, but don’t let their age fool you. The siblings founded One More Generation (OMG), an organization that campaigns on behalf of endangered species. Their current project aims to addresses the alarming rates of rhino poaching in South Africa. With a goal of 1,000 letters, the activist pair are urging the public to write to President Zuma in hopes of bringing about governmental support. Read on to learn more about this noteworthy duo and their applaudable efforts. — Global Animal

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Social Media Users Help End Illegal Animal Trade

October 22, 2012

(ANIMAL TRADE) SOUTH AFRICA — For the month of October, Africam is using social media to help fight the ongoing illegal animal trade. Many other organizations, including World Wildlife Foundation (WWF), are joining forces to help spread the #killthetrade message and invite people across the world to participate. Anyone can help spread awareness by simply going to Africam.com and choosing between four different safari cameras located amongst the real African wildlife. Read on to see how you can help eliminate the illegal ivory trade. — 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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Sumatran Rhinos Spotted For First Time In 26 Years

August 11, 2012

(ENDANGERED SPECIES/RHINOS) For the first time in 26 years, seven Sumatran rhinos were spotted on hidden camera in Indonesia’s Mount Leuser National Park. As the Sumatran rhino population has dropped 50 percent over the past 20 years, conservationists feared the critically endangered species had completely disappeared from the region. In fact, there are now believed to be fewer than 200 rhinos left in the entire world. We hope that this discovery will encourage more efforts to conserve the species. Read on to learn more about this victorious discovery. —  Global Animal

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Prince William Speaks Out Against Poaching

May 1, 2012

(CELEBRITY NEWS) Prince William is set to work with friend and British TV presenter, Ben Fogle, in an anti-poaching project and documentary. The Prince has been interested in conservation for many years now, and has been working with the Lewa Wildlife Preserve conservation project since 2001, and as a patron of the Tusk Trust charity. Read on for more on the Prince’s involvement in the anti-poaching movement. — Global Animal 

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UPDATE: Javan Rhinos Back On Track

April 26, 2012

(ANIMAL CONSERVATION) INDONESIA — Do you know the Javan Rhino? There are good odds you don’t. In fact, the odds are stacked mercilessly against this endangered species, as their numbers dropped below thirty in the past ten years. The good news? Researchers say their numbers are finally increasing. — Global Animal

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