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Black Rhino on the increase in Namibia
Namibia is the last place on earth that the black rhino roams freely outside reserves. However as recently as 1982 its survival as a species was in question with an estimated number of fewer than 50 animals; many years of poaching and a three year drought had decimated their numbers to a point where their extinction looked likely.
However a recent census carried out by Namibia’s Save the Rhino Trust (SRT) has found that numbers have increased strongly over the intervening years and are now probably three times higher than at the organisation’s inception 27 years ago. In the intervening years SRT has been responsible for the implementation of locally-administered anti-poaching patrols, increased scientific investigations and the increased economic value of rhinos through the emergence of a booming wildlife-based tourism sector.
Since 2003 visitors to Desert Rhino Camp in Damaraland have been able to join SRT trackers on patrol to view black rhinos in the desert. A portion of the tourism revenue goes back into SRT’s operating costs including fully supporting the tracking team based at the camp.
It’s great to know that the holidays we arrange for our clients in Africa can be such a direct part of a conservation effort. If you’d like to know more about the camp please let us know, or if you like to read more about tracking rhinos on foot, read Richard’s newsletter story of his experiences at Desert Rhino Camp.