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Reference Base  A study of the survival means of the black rhino (Diceros... |
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A study of the survival means of the black rhino (Diceros bicornis) in the arid areas of Damaraland and Skeleton Coast Park |
| Author(s): |
Loutit, B.D. |
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1984 |
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Quagga |
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7 |
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4-5, figs. 1-3 |
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Africa - Southern Africa - Namibia
Distribution - Records
Black Rhino
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| An isolated population survives much further south near the Ugab river. This part of Damaraland is scenically spectacular. Vast plains dotted with granite boulder islands and dominated by towering mountain fortresses are the home of the southernmost population in Namibia. In dry times the blac... |
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Africa - Southern Africa - Namibia
Distribution - Poaching
African Rhino Species
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| Poaching peaked in 1981-1982. |
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Africa - Southern Africa - Namibia
Distribution - Records
Black Rhino
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| A viable but endangered population of black rhinos ( Diceros bicornis L.) survives in the very arid country of western Damaraland, bordering the Skeleton Coast Park. The park in unfenced, allowing free movement of game in and out. The eastern boundary of the Skeleton Coast Park was designed by ... |
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Africa - Southern Africa - Namibia
Distribution - Records
African Rhino Species
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| When poaching of rhinos and elephants in Damaraland reached a peak in 1981-2, the Namibia Wildlife Trust was formed and field staff were employed in a successful operation to patrol and report to the officials of the Division of Nature Conservation. The NWT was sponsored by the People's Trust fo... |
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Africa - Southern Africa - Namibia
Distribution - Records
Black Rhino
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| Damaraland, and Skeleton Coast NP - Diceros bicornis. To date 40 rhinos have been identified, most of which have been photographed. A possible 50-60 still survive in the area. Hind foot spoor size, ear notches, horn shapes, sex and age classes are recorded. |
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