SOS Rhino
Review
February 2003
Welcome to the SOS Rhino Review, a newsletter about rhinos from SOS Rhino.
You’ll find links to interesting articles here as well as a few surprises!
We have provided some updates on our efforts to save rhinos all over the world.
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And now, let’s go to the rhino news.
1. About Us
2. World Rhino News
3. Feature Stories
4. Donor Appreciation
5. Find It On Our Web Site
6. Trivia Questions
7. How You Can Help
8. Trivia Answers
Full Stories Are Available Via Web Links
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1. About Us
SOS RHINO is a non-profit foundation that provides funds and technical
assistance for the conservation of the captive and wild rhinoceros. We support
programs in research, education, public awareness programs and events, and
endeavors directed to secure the survival of these species.
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2. World Rhino News
Rising Poaching Undermines Case At Cites
LAST week's poaching of four black rhinos in an Intensive
Protection Zone in the Sinamatela area of Hwange National Park
will further undermine government's standing in regard to the
Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species
(CITES).
Red alert over rare species
The well-known "Red List" that details which species are
threatened with extinction is inaccurate, according to a new
assessment. It concludes the list fails to reflect the true threat to
species, by not taking full account of the threat posed by people.
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3. Featured Stories
Slaughtered to the Brink of Extinction
UP TO 40% of the animals enjoying the protection of Zimbabwe's
national parks have been slaughtered or removed for sale to
foreign countries. In some cases, game has been sold with the
knowledge and co-operation of national parks board officials.
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4. Donor Appreciation
SOS RHINO wishes to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations, and
foundations for their generous support of our programs. Their support comes
in many forms: donation of their expertise and time, funds for specific programs
and equipment, and donation of products. THANK YOU!
| Betsy and Rick Schaffer |
Ashley Schaffer |
| Charlene Pedersen |
Yuristian Amadin |
| Christen Schaffer |
Joyce and Mark Fleming |
| Daniel Andersen |
Liza Wiid |
| Dave and Laura Hall |
Barbara Marshall |
| Douglas Furtek |
Vachira Tontrakulpaibul |
| Dr. Richard Schaffer |
Elias Sadalla-Filho |
| Ellen and Jim Roberts |
Marie and Bab O'Brien |
| Erin Fleming |
Laura Fleming |
| Jimmie Reid |
Pat Harrison |
| Julia Ferguson |
Rebecca Spear |
| Justin Mikah |
Lee Foo Hwa |
| Donna Bruno |
Brian McKee |
| Tim Duffin |
Diane B. Monsivais |
| Judy Whitaker |
Frederick Furtek |
| Janet Liew |
Eleanor Howe |
| Don & Jill Hall |
Susan Moy-Laveau |
| Joel Pond |
Theresa Pasquarella |
| Robert L. Finch |
Melissa Lain-Finch |
| Dan Ronchetti |
Natalie Mylniczenko |
| Sue Lannin |
Brett Haskins |
| Bill Moran |
Christy Azzarello |
| Carrie Azzarello |
Debra Tuffner |
| Jason Klingkammer |
Chrisy Bolden |
| Oliver Block |
Yuristian Amadin |
| Norah Farnham |
Tiffany Barbour |
| Mark Thomas |
Seymour & Sara Sohmer |
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| Ultra Source |
Rainbow Ridge |
| Equitek |
Sonosite |
| Handspring Foundation |
VisualMedia |
| Jaybee |
Singapore Zoological Gardens |
| WriteBrain Productions |
RhinoSkin/Saunders |
| North Bank, Chicago IL |
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The "Magic
Horn" Ultimate Frisbee Team:
Megan Brennan, Wade Callahan, Suzy Friedman, Charlie Goblet, Carter Johnson,
Dave Kahle, Doug Kirk, Frank Kuhr, Neema Navai, Katie O’Rourke, Kenny
Outcalt, Katherine Patnode, Bob Pearl, Barrett Ruemping, Mike Tomaszewski,
Cherie Weinewuth
SOS Rhino wishes to acknowledge the following individuals and organizations
for their contribution to the “SOS RHINO Annelisa Memorial Fund”.
Donated funds will be used to help continue Dr. Kilbourn’s work dedicated
to the survival of the Sumatran rhinos in Malaysia. THANK
YOU!
| Donna Bruno |
Mike Skidmore |
| Cheryl Mell |
Penny Reidy |
| Diana Villafuerte |
Cindy Swisher |
| Kathryn Gamble |
Jill Gossett |
| Anne & Anthony Schroeder |
Cathy Gluckman |
| Sue & Gene Connolly |
Barbara Marshall |
| Chinquapin Trust Company |
Black Rhino Foundation |
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5. Find It On Our Web Site
SOS RHINO BORNEO
SOS Rhino is dedicated to protecting rhinos and their habitat. The
Bornean sub-species of the Sumatran rhinoceros (Dicerorhinus
sumatrensis harrissoni) is one of the most endangered rhinos –
mainly due to habitat loss and poaching. There may be as few as
30 of this sub-species left in the wild and only two in captivity. With
large and varied habitat requirements, the protection of this animal
will further the conservation of other fauna and flora in the
ecosystem they inhabit.
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6. Trivia Questions
1. True or False: There are less than 70 Javan rhinos alive today
2. Why has the white rhinoceros developed a wide, square lip?
3. Name the five (5) main rhino species surviving today.
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7. How You Can Help
Adopt a rhino, doc or keeper. Buy a t-shirt, hat, or video
There are only 300 Sumatran rhinos left on Earth. Without direct help from
generous humans, they may never be seen again. We urge you to give what you
can in the form of a donation – protect a rhino or adopt a rhino, doc,
researcher, keeper, or purchase one of SOS Rhino’s products: a T-shirt,
hat, or video. Visit today, and give from your heart.
Contribute to the “SOS Rhino Annelisa Memorial Fund”
SOS Rhino has established a memorial fund in Dr. Annelisa Kilbourn’s
name to help continue her work dedicated to the survival of the Sumatran rhino
in
Malaysia. Contributions can be made by clicking the button below or mailed
directly to SOS Rhino (checks should be made out to “SOS RHINO”)680
N. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60611. attn: Annelisa Fund. 312.222.0440,
fax 312.222.0990. Inquires emailed to info@sosrhino.org.
Volunteer
SOS RHINO is looking for volunteers interested in helping us in our efforts
to save the Sumatran rhinoceros. Our Borneo Team is studying the demographics
of the remaining animals in Tabin Wildlife Reserve to determine when patrol
units, habitat protection, or translocation may play a role in the rhinos'
survival. Read more:
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8. Trivia Answers
1. True. Rhino populations are declining due to poaching and
habitat destruction.
2. The white rhinoceros spends much of its time “grazing”.
The
wide, square lip helps in cutting the sharp grass.
3. Asian one-horned,
white, black, Javan, Sumatran
