Rare rhino species grows sensationally
Populations of several rhino species and subspecies are increasing dramatically in some cases, while poaching in East Asia has dropped drastically over the past decade, according to a new report by the International Rhino Foundation (IRF).
In just over 100 years, from only 100 to 3,700 individuals today – with declining poaching.
20 million dollars for rhino conservation
The IRF, which advocates for all matters relating to the rhinoceros publishes an annual report entitled «The State of the Rhino», which this year highlights that even in the midst of a rare pandemic, dedicated people in a dozen countries are working to keep rhino populations healthy and help them recover.The State of the Rhino.
Greater One-Horned Rhino: From 100 to 3,700
The greatest success is undoubtedly the Greater One-Horned Rhino. Native to India and Nepal, this rhino numbered only 100 individuals in the early 1900s. Today there are 3,700 and their numbers are steadily increasing. Over the past eight years, poaching incidents have dropped from 41 in 2013 to just one.
Among the Javan rhinos in Indonesia, four new calves were born, bringing the total number of this critically endangered species to 75. This means the Javan rhino population has nearly doubled compared to 2011.
In Africa, the black rhino population has increased by 16 to 17% over the past decade. In Kenya, the number of rhinos killed has dropped to 0 this year thanks to anti-poaching efforts, down from 59 in 2013.
We must act today to ensure these magnificent animals can continue to grow for future generations. Let us continue to build on our successes with the Greater One-Horned, Black, and Javan rhinos, and reverse the decline of the Sumatran and White rhinos.
Nina Fascione, Executive Director of the IRF
