Statistics confirm decline in rhino poaching losses in national parks from 451 in 2021 to 448 last year, the toll for private owners was 86
So far 151 vultures have been poisoned in the Zululand region in 2022
Figures show South Africa’s efforts to combat rhino poaching pays off
Two government departments are working separately and animal rights groups are not being consulted, concerned groups say
Private rhino owners say the environment minister’s proposed policy is in conflict with existing legislation and their legal rights
Department of forestry, fisheries and the environment says there could be criminal charges
The causes include commercial fishing near their colonies and a scarcity of sardines and anchovies
