Rhino poaching numbers on the rise Posted on 30 April 2013 Tags:South Africa According to a statement on the SANParks Facebook page the past 10 days, which include the full moon period, have been the toughest in the Kruger National Park. 27 rhinos have been lost, three arrests, two fatalities, three rifles confiscated along with ammunition and poaching equipment. A pair of rhino horns were also discovered from those arrested. The number of rhino killings has increased rapidly since the beginning of this year. The Department of Enviromental Affairs has issued a statement saying that 249 rhinos have been poached in the first four months of this year. SA News Agency revealed earlier this month that 60 arrests had been made so far this year. According to DEA spokesperson Albie Modise, the number of alleged poachers arrested countrywide had increased to 78. Two alleged couriers were arrested in Kwa Zulu Natal while five alleged middlemen have been arrest this year. In total more than 73 people are currently facing charges related to poaching and some additional charges of illegal possession of firearms and ammunition. Last year, 668 rhinos were killed in South Africa and a total of 266 people were arrested in connection with rhino poaching. How you can help Like many people, you may be feeling helpless in the fight against rhino poaching. The numbers don’t paint a picture of a war being won. It may seem small, but SANParks are urging anyone and everyone to report incidents of poaching and tip-offs to the anonymous tip-off lines 0800 205 005, 08600 10111 or Crime-Line on 32211. Related: Six simple ways to help end rhino poaching Related Posts BBC Earth to air another season of docu-series Dynasties II 22 September 2022 Due to much critical acclaim, the harrowing, riveting and compelling wildlife docu-series, Dynasties II returns... read more Volunteer at Cape Town’s TEARS animal shelter for Mandela Day 11 July 2022 Celebrate Mandela Day and help some animals in need by spending 67 minutes volunteering at... read more South Africa’s rarest: the Knysna seahorse 3 May 2022 Seahorses are adorable, but also play a vital part in the ecosystem. The Knysna seahorse... read more PREV ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE
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