Working on demand reduction policies / initiatives with groups such as TRAFFIC, and campaigning to stop the exploitation of wildlife (includes the dehorming of rhino populations to reduce the risk of poaching).This includes assisting WWF with the Black Rhino Range Expansion Project by finding suitable release points for Black Rhino, the training of new black rhino monitors, the purchase and fitment of tracking equipment on the individual rhino to be released and the post-release monitoring work while the rhino settle into their new homes.Delivering time and expertise to provide adequate management, capture, transport and reintroduction of rhino to protected areas.These include transmitter implants and ankle collars Purchasing and fitting the right equipment needed to effectively monitor rhino.Developing and implementing anti-poaching measures and technology in the field.Initiating, operating and funding local and international rhino monitoring projects.RESERVES : Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, Mkhuze, Tembe Elephant Park, Somkhanda Game Reserve and Manyoni Private Game Reserve (previously known as ZRR). While Rhino calves are in danger of falling prey to predators such as hyena and lion, but currently the biggest threat to all rhinos is humans and their poaching for monetary gain. Black Rhinos on the other hand are browsers that eat leaves, twigs and fruit. White Rhinos are grazers feeding on grass, preferably short new grass. Another difference between the species is their feeding habits. Both species of rhino adapt well to a variety of habitats including dense bush and grasslands, as long as there is a source of water close by in order to drink and wallow. Black Rhino are slightly smaller (130 to 180cm in height) and weigh between 8kgs, compared to the White Rhino who stand anywhere from 160 to 185cm at the shoulder and weigh between 1700 to 2300kgs. In Southern Africa we have two species of the rhinocerotidea family, the White Rhino and Black Rhino.
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