SOS Rhino Review
May 2003

Welcome to the SOS Rhino Review, a newsletter about rhinos from SOS Rhino. You¹ll 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. If you¹d rather not receive this newsletter, simply reply to this e-mail and type "Unsubscribe" in the subject field.

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, international foundation dedicated to preserving the five rhinoceros species in their natural habitats. Our conservation programs combine research, education, marketing and advocacy, all working collectively to achieve sustainable results.

Through diverse stakeholder support, SOS Rhino develops and funds rhino conservation and awareness programs appropriate to individual countries, providing these countries with the education and tools to build lasting rhino conservation.

It is our goal to secure a place for this ancient animal in tomorrow’s world.




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2. World Rhino News

Rhino Calf Birth Heralds New Beginning for Kenya's Magnificent Meru National Park
Kenya's Meru National Park celebrated a rare new arrival last Sunday, when one of nine endangered white rhinos translocated to the park in March gave birth to a healthy calf - the first born in the park in 20 years.

Coffee trade threatens rare species
Is it too latte for Sumatra's lowland forests?
In a report published today, O'Brien and fellow conservationist Margaret Kinnaird warn that unregulated coffee prices are threatening precious forests and their endangered inhabitants on the Indonesian island of Sumatra.

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3. Featured Stories

A Bitter and Sweet Year 2002 for SOS Rhino Borneo
By Dr. Edwin Bosi, Program Officer
For the past 24 months (December 2000 – December 2002), the SOS Rhino field teams have systematically scouted the Tabin Wildlife Reserve (TWR) for evidence of Sumatran rhino. In 2002 alone, 30 surveys were conducted in Tabin reserve including one general survey organized jointly with the Wildlife Department Sabah and AREAS-WWF Sabah.

SOS Rhino Announces Borneo Rhino Challenge 2004: Fundraising Effort to Preserve Critically Endangered Sumatran Rhino
The event consists of a two day, 85 mile mountain biking challenge coupled with a hike to the summit of Mt. Kinabalu, elevation 13,422 feet, as part of the two week adventure. Also, as part of the Challenge, the team will join SOS Rhino’s field staff deep in the jungles of Tabin Wildlife Reserve, in search for signs of the elusive Sumatran rhino in its natural habitat. One of the highlights of the extraordinary trip is a visit to the internationally renowned Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary and rhino-breeding center in Sandakan, Malaysia.

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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
Elaine Golin	Rebecca Wilson
Scott Tunnell	Suzanne & Todd Numan
Ultra Source	Rainbow Ridge
Equitek	Sonosite
Handspring Foundation	VisualMedia
Jaybee	Singapore Zoological Gardens
WriteBrain Productions	RhinoSkin/Saunders
North Bank, Chicago IL

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!

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5. Find It On Our Web Site

RHINOWLEDGE
Visit our Rhinowledge page -- all the facts for academic and precocious pursuits.
Dig in right here and read for answers to all your rhino questions.

SOS RHINO: BORNEO
Meet the Sumatran rhino and what SOS Rhino is doing to save them from the brink of extinction.

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6. Trivia Questions

1. TRUE or FALSE: Rhinos are nearsighted.
2. How many toes do rhinos have?
3. Do rhinos have teeth?

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 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. Rhinos have poor eyesight.
2. Rhinos have 3 hoofed toes on each foot.
3. Yes. The five rhino species living today have molars and, in addition to molars, the Asian species (Indian, Javan, Sumatran) have sharp incisors for biting and for defense.