Rhino orphan rescued after its mother was killed by poachers Posted by Olerato Ramafsi on 28 October 2022 While searching for buffalo for a disease-testing operation, a pilot, vet, and section ranger of Hluhluwe Imfolozi Park came across a recently poached rhino carcass with a stranded and visibly distraught calf nearby, according to African Wildlife Vets. Picture: African Wildlife Vets/Facebook Upon further investigation, the male young calf, weighing about 105kg and estimated to be six weeks old, was still too young to be left alone in the wild. A rescue mission was then devised with Dr Rowan Leeming immobilizing the calf and with help from his team they safely loaded it onto the back of the helicopter. The helicopter was flown by Orton Bosman of Heligistix who quickly rushed the calf to Zululand Rhino Orphanage where he was given a drip to rehydrate and rhino plasma to strengthen his immune system. The experienced team at the orphanage will be tasked with doing everything in their power to ensure the rhino’s recovery and nurture his well-being until he is old enough to be released back into the wild. African Wildlife Vets with support from Blankets for Baby Rhinos covered the emergency helicopter flight from Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park to the orphanage. Follow us on social media for more travel news, inspiration, and guides. You can also tag us to be featured. TikTok Instagram Facebook Twitter ALSO READ: Four orphaned black rhino released back into the wild Related Posts Cape Town’s sustainability: Leading the way in environmental initiatives 1 June 2023 As National Environmental Month commences in South Africa, Cape Town stands proudly at the forefront... read more Kapama to host Safari Guide of the Year Awards 2023 1 June 2023 Kapama Private Game Reserve near Hoedspruit will host this year’s Safari Guide of the Year... read more Blood Lions relaunches for public viewing on YouTube 1 June 2023 Award-winning documentary feature film Blood Lions has been relaunched on YouTube for public viewing, creating... read more PREV ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE
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