Rhinos have long, pointed snouts and horns that can grow to be up to 5 feet long. They are native to Africa and live in savannas, woodlands, and grasslands. Rhinos are endangered in South Africa because they are hunted for their horns. They also face habitat loss and poaching.
Rhinos are in danger of extinction, with their population declining by 96% in the last century. The South African government has taken measures to protect rhinos and other animals from poaching, but it is not enough. In 2018, there were 1,028 rhinos killed for their horns. This is a slight decrease from the 1,054 rhinos killed in 2017. The government has established national parks and reserves to try to protect rhinos and other endangered species from poachers. There are also many private organizations that work to conserve the animals’ habitats and populations.
Poaching And Illegal Trafficking Of Rhino Horn In South Africa
Rhino poaching is a grave crime in South Africa, and it is the main reason for the decline in the rhino population. The illegal rhino horn trade has been fuelled by demand from Asia and the Middle East. Poaching has escalated over the last decade and this has resulted in a dramatic increase in rhinos being killed for their horns. .The illegal horn trade has increased exponentially in the last few years and that has led to a mass slaughter of rhinos. As a result, the number of rhinos on Earth has declined by approximately one-third since 1995. In South Africa alone, more than 1,000 rhinos were killed in 2013 due to poaching and only 18 have been poached this year.
