In Indonesia, the Sumatran rhino is legally protected but highly endangered, with only about 30 mature animals remaining.
The Western Cape houses one of the most unique biodiversity ecosystems in the world, with thousands of species of flora and fauna that are endemic.
While the potential riches of the lucrative rhino horn trade are the main driving factor, it’s not the only consideration.
Chances are that when you hear the word ‘poaching’ you think of rhinos. Sadly, they’re far from the only species whose survival is under threat.
In the profitable world of rhino horn syndicates, one name stands tall above the rest – Dawie Groenewald, who is credited with having “a genius for staying out of jail”.
A heroic ranger in the Kruger Park took down five heavily armed poachers, one of whom had a rifle pointed in his direction.
SAPS nabbed two suspects in a sting that uncovered 167 rhino horns believed to be destined for Southeast Asia.
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SA’s rhino poaching problem is finally getting the global recognition it deserves. With over 200 rhinos killed already this year (668 last year), SKY News’ Alex Crawford investigates..