Reviving Rhinos: South Africa's Battle Against Poaching
South Africa, home to the largest rhino population, is at the forefront of anti-poaching efforts. Conservationists mark World Rhino Day amid ongoing battles against poaching to protect both black and southern white rhinos, deploying high-tech methods and global collaboration to ensure the survival of these endangered species.
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The Dinokeng Game Reserve, a cornerstone of South Africa's extensive efforts to protect its rhino population, operates under a veil of secrecy concerning its rhinos' numbers and security measures. As World Rhino Day highlights the global effort to protect these majestic creatures, South Africa remains a critical battleground against poaching.
Despite decades-long conservation efforts, South Africa grapples with an ongoing poaching crisis, losing nearly one rhino daily to illegal hunters. Progress is evident, yet challenges remain. The nation hosts over 2,000 black rhinos and around 12,000 southern white rhinos, making it pivotal in the fight against extinction.
Advanced technologies such as drones and AI are pivotal in anti-poaching actions. Reserves employ high-tech surveillance and tracking to safeguard rhinos. Innovative methods, like injecting radioactive materials into horns, aim to deter poaching, while conservation initiatives ensure rhinos are relocated to safer habitats to promote population recovery.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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