Why the Rhinos need our help
On average every 16 hours a Rhino is killed for its horn.
For five years, African rhinos have been poached at a rate of three per day. Overall, two-thirds of the world’s five rhino species could be lost in our lifetime. We urge governments and individuals to help “Keep the Five Alive.”
Some cultures believe the Rhino horn has medicinal properties or behavioural influences, which is just not the case. Rhino horn is made up of Keratin, the same material as you finger and toe nails. They have no more special properties than if you chewed on your own fingernails.
For five years, African rhinos have been poached at a rate of three per day. Overall, two-thirds of the world’s five rhino species could be lost in our lifetime. We urge governments and individuals to help “Keep the Five Alive.”
Some cultures believe the Rhino horn has medicinal properties or behavioural influences, which is just not the case. Rhino horn is made up of Keratin, the same material as you finger and toe nails. They have no more special properties than if you chewed on your own fingernails.
Rhino Statistics
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249+ Rhinos
Poached to date (Unofficial) 548 poached in 2022 539 Poached in 2021 594 poached in 2020 753 poached in 2019 769 poached in 2018 1028 poached in 2017 1054 poached in 2016 1175 poached in 2015 Current Populations: Asian Javan Rhino Population - 61-67 Vietnamese Javan Rhino - Extinct 2010 Sumatran Rhino Population between 34 - 47 Borneo Rhino Population - Perhaps 30 Greater One-horned Rhino Population - 3500 African Black Rhino Population - Around 5000 White Rhino Population (Southern) - 15,000 White Rhino Population (Northern) - 2 individuals |
Recent News
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Why do ‘lockdowns’ matter for rhinos?
Two years ago, most of us didn’t know what ‘lockdowns’ meant. Now, we all wince at the word, knowing just how tough it is to remain in your own home for 90% of the day, 24/7. As difficult as they are (for many reasons), they do provide one benefit for rhino conservation: movement restrictions. Read More: https://www.savetherhino.org/africa/south-africa/why-do-lockdowns-matter-for-rhinos/ |
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The rarest rhino in the world was observed during a refreshing mud bath
One of the rarest rhinos on our planet is the Javan rhinoceros (Rhinoceros probeicus); perhaps even the rarest mammal in the world, as it is left alone a population of just 58-61 specimens in Ujung Kulon national park, Indonesia. The cause of the decline of the species? Man, through poaching. Read More:https://intallaght.ie/the-rarest-rhino-in-the-world-was-observed-during-a-refreshing-mud-bath/ |
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Cleveland Metroparks Zoo rhino herd gets new habitat double the size of old home
The herd of critically endangered Eastern black rhinos at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo will be living large in their new habitat that is double the size of their old home. Read More: https://www.cleveland19.com/2020/06/05/cleveland-metroparks-zoo-rhino-herd-gets-new-habitat-thats-double-size-their-old-home/ |
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Dozens of rhino at 3 SA parks dehorned to prevent lockdown poaching surge
Dozens of rhinos in three popular game parks have been dehorned to prevent armed poachers taking advantage of the post-Covid-19 crash in tourism to kill them for their horns. The exercise in Pilanesburg National Park and the Mafikeng and Botsalano game reserves - all northwest of Johannesburg Read More: https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/gauteng/pics-dozens-of-rhino-at-3-sa-parks-dehorned-to-prevent-lockdown-poaching-surge-49006322 |
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Coronavirus and Rhino horn
After it was announced that the virus originated at a wet trade market, people have increasingly commented on possible links between the coronavirus and rhino horn, despite there being no evidence of this. The International Rhino Foundation (IRF) and Save the Rhino International (SRI) have developed this statement to provide facts and ask our supporters to support a call for a permanent ban on wildlife trade in China and Vietnam. Read More:https://www.savetherhino.org/asia/china/coronavirus-and-rhino-horn/ |
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The Rapid Decline Of The Natural World Is A Crisis Even Bigger Than Climate Change
A three-year UN-backed study from the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform On Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services has grim implications for the future of humanity. Read More: www.huffingtonpost.ca/entry/nature-destruction-climate-change-world-biodiversity_n_5c49e78ce4b06ba6d3bb2d44 |
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IBM Helps Protect Endangered African Rhinos
IBM, MTN, a leading African telecommunications provider, Wageningen University (WU) in the Netherlands and Prodapt are harnessing IBM Internet of Things (IoT) technology as part of the MTN Connected Wildlife Solution. The solution will help predict threats and combat the poaching of endangered rhinos at Welgevonden Game Reserve in South Africa, with the intent to expand the solution to other reserves in future. Read More: https://www-03.ibm.com/press/us/en/pressrelease/53162.wss |
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Last Male Northern White Rhino dies. Plight of the northern white rhino shows terrible impact of the illegal wildlife trade. Read More: https://www.worldwildlife.org/stories/last-male-northern-white-rhino-dies |
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Rhino Horn Trade to Return in South Africa The high court’s Decision means that rhino horn sales will soon be legal again within the country, which many fear will exacerbate the poaching crisis. Read more: http://news.nationalgeographic.com/2017/04/wildlife-watch-rhino-horn-ban-overturned-south-africa/ |
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Incredible moment baby rhino’s life is saved when vets give it CPR as it undergoes surgery to have horn removed A team of vets saved the life of a 410kg rhino by performing a powerful burst of CPR after the animal's heart stopped beating. Read More: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3729051/Incredible-moment-baby-rhino-s-life-saved-vets-CPR-underwent-surgery-horn-removed.html |
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India floods drown 21 rare one-horned rhinos More than 70% of the species' population is found in the Kaziranga National Park in India's Assam state Read More: http://www.cnn.com/2016/08/03/asia/india-rhino-floods/ |
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"Queen of ivory" sparks wide criticism on Chinese social media A Chinese businesswoman reportedly behind the trafficking of nearly 1.9 tons of ivory is under online attack in her home country as she has been charged in a court in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Read more: http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2015-10/12/c_134706328.htm |
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Rhino that survived poaching attack gives birth in South Africa
Thandi the rhinoceros was left for dead by poachers nearly three years ago, meant to be among the 600 rhino killed in South Africa in 2012. She beat the odds, and after a slow recovery, has given birth to a healthy calf, game reserve managers announced Wednesday. Read more: http://www.ctvnews.ca/sci-tech/rhino-that-survived-poaching-attack-gives-birth-in-south-africa-1.2188037 |
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Ivory products pulled from fourth major Hong Kong retailer
North Point department store becomes fourth big retailer to stop selling elephant products Read More:http://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/article/1676750/ivory-products-pulled-fourth-major-hong-kong-retailer |
Ol Pejeta Conservancy loses one of its northern white rhinos
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of one of our northern white rhinos, Suni.
Suni was one of the four northern whites residing on Ol Pejeta Conservancy.
Read more: http://www.olpejetaconservancy.org/about/news/breaking-news-ol-pejeta-conservancy-loses-one-its-northern-white-rhinos_
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of one of our northern white rhinos, Suni.
Suni was one of the four northern whites residing on Ol Pejeta Conservancy.
Read more: http://www.olpejetaconservancy.org/about/news/breaking-news-ol-pejeta-conservancy-loses-one-its-northern-white-rhinos_
Rhino horn demand in Vietnam drops by more than 33% in one year
After a year-long public information campaign in Vietnam, only 2.6% of people in the Asian country now continue to buy and use rhino horn, a decrease of 38%.
After a year-long public information campaign in Vietnam, only 2.6% of people in the Asian country now continue to buy and use rhino horn, a decrease of 38%.
The Great Rhino Debate - We Are Rhino
Opinion: People power can fight extinction
What we buy, what we wear, and what we eat, yanks the great chain of command, and what we stand for is amplified through social media. We are all connected, and every click counts.
Read More: http://m.nzherald.co.nz/element-magazine/news/article.cfm?c_id=1503340&objectid=11264791
What we buy, what we wear, and what we eat, yanks the great chain of command, and what we stand for is amplified through social media. We are all connected, and every click counts.
Read More: http://m.nzherald.co.nz/element-magazine/news/article.cfm?c_id=1503340&objectid=11264791
The illegal trade in wild-animal products
Parts from some endangered species are worth more than gold or cocaine
Read More:http://www.economist.com/news/international/21607891-parts-some-endangered-species-are-worth-more-gold-or-cocaine-bitter-pills
Parts from some endangered species are worth more than gold or cocaine
Read More:http://www.economist.com/news/international/21607891-parts-some-endangered-species-are-worth-more-gold-or-cocaine-bitter-pills
Rhino Horn Trafficking
A new United Nations Environment Programme report released today examines the global environment crime crisis. Read it here:http://www.unep.org/unea/docs/RRAcrimecrisis.pdf This graphic depicts key #rhino horn trafficking routes, although leaves out some of the domestic airline smuggling routes via Angola, Ethiopia an Europe.
A new United Nations Environment Programme report released today examines the global environment crime crisis. Read it here:http://www.unep.org/unea/docs/RRAcrimecrisis.pdf This graphic depicts key #rhino horn trafficking routes, although leaves out some of the domestic airline smuggling routes via Angola, Ethiopia an Europe.
If Rhinos Go Extinct
To every thing there is a yin and yang, a balance. The web of all species is intricately connected, each relies on the others.
Read more: http://fightforrhinos.com/2014/07/08/if-rhinos-go-extinct/
To every thing there is a yin and yang, a balance. The web of all species is intricately connected, each relies on the others.
Read more: http://fightforrhinos.com/2014/07/08/if-rhinos-go-extinct/
"Raise your glass for Rhinos"
Our first annual wine tasting for Rhinos is coming up!
June 26th at The Toronto Zoo @6pm
This engaging and educational evening will provide participants with a unique opportunity to learn the nuances of wine flavours with four different wines all led by an experienced wine connoisseur. As well as learning how you can help save and protect rhinos. It's the perfect evening to spend with friends, family or colleagues all while supporting rhino conservation. Please dress accordingly as there is an outdoor component to the event.
Buy your tickets now! https://tickets.torontozoo.com/purchaseProduct.aro?id=6654&sum=Raise
Our first annual wine tasting for Rhinos is coming up!
June 26th at The Toronto Zoo @6pm
This engaging and educational evening will provide participants with a unique opportunity to learn the nuances of wine flavours with four different wines all led by an experienced wine connoisseur. As well as learning how you can help save and protect rhinos. It's the perfect evening to spend with friends, family or colleagues all while supporting rhino conservation. Please dress accordingly as there is an outdoor component to the event.
Buy your tickets now! https://tickets.torontozoo.com/purchaseProduct.aro?id=6654&sum=Raise
The illegal wildlife trade explained in 60 seconds
Prince Charles, David Cameron and the Duke of Cambridge are among those hosting an international conference in London on Thursday aimed at halting wildlife poaching.
Read more: http://www.bbc.com/news/world-26161624
Prince Charles, David Cameron and the Duke of Cambridge are among those hosting an international conference in London on Thursday aimed at halting wildlife poaching.
Read more: http://www.bbc.com/news/world-26161624
Trophy Hunting: Woman Shoots Giraffe, Poses Triumphantly With Corpse
"She has triumphed over an unarmed, minding-its-own-business giraffe in what was likely a staged hunt."
#helptherhinos
http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2014/03/24/woman-shoots-giraffe_n_5018520.html
"She has triumphed over an unarmed, minding-its-own-business giraffe in what was likely a staged hunt."
#helptherhinos
http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2014/03/24/woman-shoots-giraffe_n_5018520.html
GRAPHIC IMAGE, this is why they need the help#helptherhinos
Massive hunt for mutilated Rhino
Young rhino gained affection all over the world after its horn was hacked off by callous poachers
Read more: http://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-courts/massive-search-for-mutilated-rhino-1.1655426#.UycUAK1dXkY
**Update - http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/rhino-saved-poachers-put-down-3210919It has been found and put down to end his suffering.
Massive hunt for mutilated Rhino
Young rhino gained affection all over the world after its horn was hacked off by callous poachers
Read more: http://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-courts/massive-search-for-mutilated-rhino-1.1655426#.UycUAK1dXkY
**Update - http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/rhino-saved-poachers-put-down-3210919It has been found and put down to end his suffering.
Kenyan ranger’s moving letter to American rhino hunter
A Kenyan grassroots initiative, Walk With Rangers, has spoken out against the controversial rhino auction held by the Dallas Safari Club that saw the highest bidder, Mr. Corey Knowlton, cough up a staggering US$350 000 to hunt an endangered black rhino in Namibia.
Read More: http://blog.africageographic.com/africa-geographic-blog/hunting/kenyan-rangers-moving-letter-to-american-rhino-hunter/
A Kenyan grassroots initiative, Walk With Rangers, has spoken out against the controversial rhino auction held by the Dallas Safari Club that saw the highest bidder, Mr. Corey Knowlton, cough up a staggering US$350 000 to hunt an endangered black rhino in Namibia.
Read More: http://blog.africageographic.com/africa-geographic-blog/hunting/kenyan-rangers-moving-letter-to-american-rhino-hunter/
Rhinos' feet tested to see how they support heavy loads
Recently discovered sixth "false toe" that points towards their heel
Read more: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-16286655
Recently discovered sixth "false toe" that points towards their heel
Read more: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-16286655
What can you do?
Genius photographer tells the story of endangered species through amazing photos
Read More: http://piecefit.com/index.php/en/environment-all/crisis-situations/item/231-genius-photographer-tell-the-story-of-endangered-species-through-amazing-photos#k2Container
Genius photographer tells the story of endangered species through amazing photos
Read More: http://piecefit.com/index.php/en/environment-all/crisis-situations/item/231-genius-photographer-tell-the-story-of-endangered-species-through-amazing-photos#k2Container
Poaching: Is there an end in sight?
According to Colin Bell, the answer is yes.
Read More: http://ewn.co.za/2013/10/28/Poaching-Is-there-an-end-in-sight
According to Colin Bell, the answer is yes.
Read More: http://ewn.co.za/2013/10/28/Poaching-Is-there-an-end-in-sight
The Proliferation of Rhino Poaching Could Spell Extinction
Newly redoubled efforts by poaching syndicates are pushing the South African rhino population back to the brink.
Read more: http://www.ryot.org/the-proliferation-of-rhino-poaching-could-spell-extinction/396265#ixzz2gkvzM1GG
Newly redoubled efforts by poaching syndicates are pushing the South African rhino population back to the brink.
Read more: http://www.ryot.org/the-proliferation-of-rhino-poaching-could-spell-extinction/396265#ixzz2gkvzM1GG
Duke of Cambridge and David Beckham join forces to fight illegal wildlife trade
The Duke of Cambridge has enlisted David Beckham in the fight against illegal wildlife products as he launched a new global conservation organization.
Read more: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/prince-william/10304841/Duke-of-Cambridge-and-David-Beckham-join-forces-to-fight-illegal-wildlife-trade.html
The Duke of Cambridge has enlisted David Beckham in the fight against illegal wildlife products as he launched a new global conservation organization.
Read more: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/prince-william/10304841/Duke-of-Cambridge-and-David-Beckham-join-forces-to-fight-illegal-wildlife-trade.html
Ten good reasons to save Rhinos
Three of the five species of rhino are “Critically Endangered”
Read More: http://inyatigamelodge.com/2013/08/23/ten-good-reasons-to-save-rhinos/
Three of the five species of rhino are “Critically Endangered”
Read More: http://inyatigamelodge.com/2013/08/23/ten-good-reasons-to-save-rhinos/
Obama Moves to Fight Wildlife Trafficking in Africa. But the Real Work Is in Asia
A new White House plan will create an inter-agency task force to fight poaching, which is on the rise thanks to a growing market in developing Asia
Read more: http://science.time.com/2013/07/03/obama-moves-to-fight-wildlife-trafficking-in-africa-but-the-real-work-is-in-asia/#ixzz2Y0LbtqE6
A new White House plan will create an inter-agency task force to fight poaching, which is on the rise thanks to a growing market in developing Asia
Read more: http://science.time.com/2013/07/03/obama-moves-to-fight-wildlife-trafficking-in-africa-but-the-real-work-is-in-asia/#ixzz2Y0LbtqE6
Ground-breaking decision on killing of poacher
A South African court has found a poacher guilty of murder of one of his colleagues even though it was a wildlife ranger that shot and killed him. The decision is being held as ground-breaking and a new legal weapon to be used against rhino poachers.
Read More: http://wildlifenews.co.uk/2013/ground-breaking-decision-on-killing-of-poacher/
A South African court has found a poacher guilty of murder of one of his colleagues even though it was a wildlife ranger that shot and killed him. The decision is being held as ground-breaking and a new legal weapon to be used against rhino poachers.
Read More: http://wildlifenews.co.uk/2013/ground-breaking-decision-on-killing-of-poacher/
Watch It, Poachers—Kenya Just Got Serious About Punishing You
The African country finally mandates harsher consequences for the criminals wiping out its wildlife.
Read More: http://www.takepart.com/article/2013/05/31/rhino-poaching-in-kenya
The African country finally mandates harsher consequences for the criminals wiping out its wildlife.
Read More: http://www.takepart.com/article/2013/05/31/rhino-poaching-in-kenya
No fly zones considered to curb Rhino poaching
Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife is considering making KwaZulu-Natal's game reserves no fly zones for private aircraft to help curb rhino poaching, CEO Bandile Mkhize said.
Read More: http://www.sowetanlive.co.za/news/2013/05/23/no-fly-zones-considered-to-curb-rhino-poaching
Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife is considering making KwaZulu-Natal's game reserves no fly zones for private aircraft to help curb rhino poaching, CEO Bandile Mkhize said.
Read More: http://www.sowetanlive.co.za/news/2013/05/23/no-fly-zones-considered-to-curb-rhino-poaching
Vietnam's Appetite For Rhino Horn Drives Poaching In Africa
Behind the rise in killings are international criminal syndicates and global economic change. Poachers have gone high-tech, using helicopters, silencers and night vision goggles to meet the growing demand for rhino horn in East Asia, especially Vietnam.
Read More: http://www.npr.org/blogs/parallels/2013/05/13/181587969/Vietnams-Appetite-For-Rhino-Horn-Drives-Poaching-In-Africa
Behind the rise in killings are international criminal syndicates and global economic change. Poachers have gone high-tech, using helicopters, silencers and night vision goggles to meet the growing demand for rhino horn in East Asia, especially Vietnam.
Read More: http://www.npr.org/blogs/parallels/2013/05/13/181587969/Vietnams-Appetite-For-Rhino-Horn-Drives-Poaching-In-Africa
Biting Your Fingernails Won’t Cure Cancer—Neither Will Eating Rhino Horn
Inside the World Wildlife Fund's new campaign to curb rhino poaching.
Read More: http://www.takepart.com/article/2013/05/09/rhino-horn-not-medicinal-world-wildlife-fund
Inside the World Wildlife Fund's new campaign to curb rhino poaching.
Read More: http://www.takepart.com/article/2013/05/09/rhino-horn-not-medicinal-world-wildlife-fund
Rhino’s Dying Breath Signals General’s Return to War
As he watched a white rhino take its final breath after poachers broke its back and hacked off its horn, major general Johan Jooste said he realized that South Africa is facing a war to save the endangered species.
Read More http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2013-05-01/rhino-s-dying-breath-signals-general-s-return-to-war.html
As he watched a white rhino take its final breath after poachers broke its back and hacked off its horn, major general Johan Jooste said he realized that South Africa is facing a war to save the endangered species.
Read More http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2013-05-01/rhino-s-dying-breath-signals-general-s-return-to-war.html
No rhinos left in Limpopo National Park
Wildlife officials in Mozambique have announced the devastating news that there are no rhino left in the Limpopo National Park in the south of the country.
Read more http://wildlifenews.co.uk/2013/no-rhinos-left-in-limpopo-national-park/
Wildlife officials in Mozambique have announced the devastating news that there are no rhino left in the Limpopo National Park in the south of the country.
Read more http://wildlifenews.co.uk/2013/no-rhinos-left-in-limpopo-national-park/
Bouncing Baby!
As playful as spring lamb (just a lot heavier): Bouncing baby rhino skips along the road in South African bush
Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2314109/As-playful-spring-lamb--heavier-The-adorable-pictures-baby-rhino-bounding-South-African-bush.html#ixzz2S3kI9oYt
As playful as spring lamb (just a lot heavier): Bouncing baby rhino skips along the road in South African bush
Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2314109/As-playful-spring-lamb--heavier-The-adorable-pictures-baby-rhino-bounding-South-African-bush.html#ixzz2S3kI9oYt
Rhino horn DNA database introduced
A new DNA database is being set up to hold genetic information on all the rhinoceros horn in the UK in an attempt to stop its theft and trade.
Read more http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-22075274
A new DNA database is being set up to hold genetic information on all the rhinoceros horn in the UK in an attempt to stop its theft and trade.
Read more http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-22075274
Yao Ming Says No to Ivory and Rhino Horn
In partnership with WildAid, the Yao Ming Foundation, Save the Elephants (STE), and African Wildlife Foundation (AWF), former NBA star Yao Ming said he wants to educate the public to reduce the demand for rhino horns and ivory, saying: "When the buying stops, the killing can too."
Read More http://english.cri.cn/11354/2013/04/16/2821s759698.htm
In partnership with WildAid, the Yao Ming Foundation, Save the Elephants (STE), and African Wildlife Foundation (AWF), former NBA star Yao Ming said he wants to educate the public to reduce the demand for rhino horns and ivory, saying: "When the buying stops, the killing can too."
Read More http://english.cri.cn/11354/2013/04/16/2821s759698.htm
South Africa: fight over rhino poaching escalates
A U.S. firm recently gave smart phones to some game rangers in South Africa to help them track poachers who kill rhinos for their horns.
Read more http://news.yahoo.com/south-africa-fight-over-rhino-poaching-escalates-094252134.html
A U.S. firm recently gave smart phones to some game rangers in South Africa to help them track poachers who kill rhinos for their horns.
Read more http://news.yahoo.com/south-africa-fight-over-rhino-poaching-escalates-094252134.html
