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Lekagul, B. 1968. Threatened species of fauna of Thailand.

Threatened species of fauna of Thailand

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Talbot, L.M.; Talbot, M.H. 1968. Conservation in Tropical South East Asia. Gland, IUCN Publications. N.S. vol. 10.
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Schaurte, W.T. 1968. Threatened species of rhinoceros in tropical S.E. Asia. pp. 284-293
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Anderson, J.A.R. 1968. Conservation in the state of Sarawak, Malaysia. pp. 498-502
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Gee, E.P. 1968. Threatened species of large mammals in tropical South East Asia and the importance of sanctuaries (including national parks and reserves) in their conservation. pp. 265-266
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Location Thailand Subject Distribution Species Asian Rhinos

Rhinoceros sondaicus and Dicerorhinus sumatrensis were once common in many parts of the country.

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Location Thailand Subject Distribution Species Asian Rhinos Year 1968

It is not too pessimistic to say that they have already been wiped out although a very few may survive in secluded corners on the Tenasserim range. Karen hunters have brought horns and parts of their carcasses for sale at Karnchanaburi market each year during the past few years. To make a survey there would disclose their presence to the villagers, especially the Karen hunters.

Note
Location Thailand Subject Distribution Species Asian Rhinos Year 1968

They have been killed for their horns.

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Location Thailand Subject Distribution Species Asian Rhinos Year 1968

It is not too pessimistic to say that they have already been wiped out although a very few may survive in secluded corners on the Tenasserim range.

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