In a critical effort to protect Mozambique’s vulnerable rhino population, six white rhinos were recently dehorned in protected areas near Mozambique's border with Kruger National Park.
This proactive measure is part of an ongoing partnership between the Mozambique Wildlife Alliance (MWA), Sabie Game Park, Mozambique’s National Administration of Conservation Areas (ANAC), and Mozambique’s Environment Police (PPRAM).
Dehorning is a proven strategy to reduce poaching, as it removes the incentive for illegal hunting driven by the high demand for rhino horn. This initiative, funded by the Rhino Recovery Fund, is helping to ensure the survival of these incredible animals in a region with a high poaching threat.
By protecting Mozambique's rhinos, this collaborative effort plays a vital role in securing the future of the species, preserving biodiversity, and supporting the long-term goals of wildlife conservation in the region.
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