This is a white rhino, in Kenya. They are endangered. In Zimbabwe there are only – wait for it – 2 left in the wild! The authorities have taken to cutting off their horns to stop the poachers. But after spending time tracking the dehorned creatures, the poachers shoot them anyway…
Wonderful photo. I would have loved to have seen one on my trips to Africa. I was surprised when I saw the horn on this one, I thought they still cut them off.
judyminover 4 years ago
So sad what we are doing to this planet and all her beautiful creatures. Thanks for sharing this with us! A beautiful photo!
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Poor beastie. What a wonderful capture of such a rare species. Well done
thanks hilary
Fantastic Rhino shot Jane – Very well done – lovely detail
thanks Julie
Wonderful shot, but what a tragic story
thanks theoldone, yes it is tragic
Great picture. the textures are wonderful
thanks caroline
Wonderful photo. I would have loved to have seen one on my trips to Africa. I was surprised when I saw the horn on this one, I thought they still cut them off.
So sad what we are doing to this planet and all her beautiful creatures. Thanks for sharing this with us! A beautiful photo!