World Rhino Day - 22 September

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World Rhino Day is celebrated every year on 22 September.

An Overview of the News

• It is a global initiative whose primary goal is to raise awareness of the significant challenges facing the rhinoceros species around the world.

• The day also serves as a platform to advocate for the protection and conservation of rhinos.

• World Rhino Day highlights the serious threats and hardships that rhinoceros species face in their natural habitats.

History of World Rhino Day

• The rhinoceros crisis began in Africa in the 1990s due to the large-scale poaching of rhinoceros horns.

• By 2010, the crisis became widespread, with only 30,000 rhinos left globally.

• In 2010, the World Wildlife Fund - South Africa launched World Rhino Day to address the growing threat of rhinos.

• Lisa Jane Campbell's Vision (2011): Lisa Jane Campbell's efforts to protect all five rhinoceros species led to the establishment of World Rhino Day.

• The purpose of dedicating a day to the rhinoceros is to promote awareness about the conservation of its five distinct species.

The five species of rhinoceros include:

1. Javan Rhino

2. Sumatran Rhino

3. Black Rhino

4. Greater One Horned Rhinoceros

5. White Rhino

Importance of World Rhino Day:

• Raises awareness of the dire situation of rhinos.

• Amplifies the voices of organizations, enthusiasts, and individuals.

• Discusses and promotes conservation projects.

• Encourages active participation in rhino conservation efforts.

• Emphasis was placed on adopting sustainable practices for the survival of rhinos.

• The impact of individual choices on the welfare of rhinos is highlighted.