Rhinos and Daggers: A Major Conservation Problem

Abstract

North Yemen still imports rhino horn to make dagger handles, despite the government ban in 1982. As rhino numbers continue on their precipitous decline, it is imperative that conservationists act now. Protection of rhinos in situ is failing as poachers take more and more risks for greater financial gain. The author proposes urgent action, which includes exerting pressure on the appropriate governments. © 1985, Fauna and Flora International. All rights reserved.