Conservationists are employing the method of dehorning rhinoceroses to combat poaching, as revealed by a recent study published in Science. The research indicates that dehorning reduced rhino poaching by 78% over a seven-year period in South Africa's reserves where most of Africa's rhinos reside. While dehorning is seen as a practical solution, it raises ethical concerns regarding the loss of the rhinos’ iconic feature. Experts emphasize that dehorning should be a temporary measure, not a permanent conservation strategy, noting the deep connection people have with these majestic animals, particularly their horns.
A study found that dehorning rhinos reduced poaching by 78% over seven years in South Africa, providing a critical method of conservation amidst rising horn-related crimes.
Researchers argue dehorning, while effective, is a last resort; it poses ethical questions about the identity of rhinos without their iconic horns.
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