Black Rhino in Zululand
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South Africa has a huge responsibility in protecting Black Rhino, since no less then 80% of the last remaining species are found here. Our project involves the intensive conservation efforts of the remaining individuals. On the 13th October 2005, the vision of the reserve’s founding fathers was realized through the “re-introduction” of 21 Black Rhino into the reserve through the WWF-driven Black Rhino Range Expansion Programme.
In partnership with the provincial conservation agency – Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife, an additional black rhino was introduced in September 2006. Since their introduction 5 rhino have been born, representing a phenomenal contribution to the survival of this species. They now make up a group of 29 Rhino. It is clear that with the presence of Black rhino in our reserve all our management decisions are focused at the animals, taking their specific conditions into account.
Our staff member Stoney Nkwanyane is the black rhino monitor. He tracks the rhino on a daily basis to ensure they are in a healthy state. He checks whether there are any injuries from possible encounters with other males, and he confirms births and defines the sexe of the calves. This is important information that contributes to our monitoring data which we use for our research to better understand the life patterns of the rhino. In addition to Stoney we have a large security force to ensure that rhino are safe from poaching and other threats. At the same time they also assist with the monitoring.
Zululand Rhino Reserve
SOUTH AFRICA - The Zululand Rhino Reserve is an endangered species reserve situated near the world famous Greater St Lucia Wetland Park in South Africa. The reserve was established on the 1st of July 2004, by a visionary group of ...
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