South Africa’s rhino horn syndicate case involving game farmer Marnus Steyl, professional hunter Harry Claassens, and Thai nationals Chumlung Lemtongthai, Punpitak Chunchom, and Tool Sriton has been postponed. Although the … [Read full article]
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Rhino Crisis Round Up: Death Toll Soars to 220 in S. Africa & More
There seems to be no end in sight to the continuing slaughter of South Africa’s iconic rhinos, as the Department of Environmental Affairs stated this week that 220 rhinos have … [Read full article]
Rhino Crisis Round Up: 'Groenewald Gang' Case Postponed (Again) & More
For the fourth time since their arrest in September 2010, South Africa’s high-profile rhino horn syndicate case involving game farmer and safari operator Dawie Groenewald — along with professional hunters … [Read full article]
Rhino Crisis Round Up: Rhino Population Increase in India & More
Fantastic news this week from India: The greater one-horned rhino population has increased in Kaziranga National Park, Orang National Park, and Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary. The rhino population in Assam’s Kaziranga … [Read full article]
Rhino Crisis Round Up: South Africa Death Toll at 150 & More
The latest figures released by the South African Government Department of Environmental Affairs are grim: 150 rhinos have been slaughtered since the beginning of 2012. According the statement, more than … [Read full article]
Rhino Crisis Round Up: Suspected Rhino Killer Commits Suicide & More
An alleged rhino killer has reportedly committed suicide after being confronted by police at his home. According to South Africa’s Jacaranda 94.2, Walter Nkuna was the manager of Atherstone Nature … [Read full article]
Rhino Crisis Round Up: Rhino Killer Shot Dead in Kruger National Park & More
One suspected rhino killer was shot dead and another two wounded after they opened fire on Kruger National Park rangers, who acted in self-defense. A fourth member of the rhino-killing … [Read full article]
Rhino Crisis Round Up: 54 Rhinos Killed in 6 Weeks (S Africa) & More
South African National Parks (SANParks) has confirmed that at least 54 of the country’s rhinos have been killed since the start of 2012. Of these, 26 were massacred in the … [Read full article]
Rhino Crisis Round Up: Four Arrested in Nepal, Sumatran Rhino Pregnancy & More
Photo © International Rhino Foundation This week, authorities in Nepal confiscated a rhino horn and arrested four people, including three policemen. The Himalayan Times identified the suspects as Constable Dambar … [Read full article]
Rhino Crisis Round Up: Rhino Killers Sentenced to Jail in S Africa & More
The sentencing of three rhino killers to 25 years in prison is indeed welcome news from South Africa’s battle to protect its rhinos. Three Mozambicans identified by BuaNews as Aselmo … [Read full article]
Rhino Crisis Round Up: Parliamentary #rhinohearing in South Africa & More
In a matter of hours, the highly anticipated Parliamentary discussion about South Africa’s horrific rhino situation will commence in Cape Town. Public hearings on potential solutions to the country’s rhino … [Read full article]
Rhino Crisis Round Up: Rhino-Killing Attempt Thwarted at Zoo, & More
This week, a disturbing development emerged in India, and South Africa is beefing up security for its imperiled rhinos. Rhino killing attempt thwarted at zoo In India, a suspect identified … [Read full article]
South Africa: 448 Rhinos Killed in 2011 [Warning: Graphic]
© naturepl.com / Mark Carwardine / WWF An announcement made today by WWF confirms that 2011’s rhino death toll in South Africa reached a record-breaking 448. Of the 448 rhinos … [Read full article]