From Indy to Africa: Vet Aids Rhino Conservation

From Indy to Africa: Vet aids rhino conservation

INDIANAPOLIS — From caring for household pets to wild animals, a Purdue-University educated veterinarian takes her skills beyond central Indiana to aid in wildlife conservation efforts in South Africa. "I work here in Fountain Square and I take care of cats and dogs daily," said Dr. Kristi Crow, a veterinarian at City Way Animal Clinics. "But what's super important to me is to take care of the animals that aren't directly in my reach."  Every ye…

Rhino Dehorning Is a Powerful Poaching Deterrent, Study Finds

Even with millions spent annually on AI cameras, helicopters, ranger patrols, and other “reactive” measures in South African reserves, researchers have discovered that these efforts have had little impact on reducing rhino poaching. However, the findings also revealed that proactively dehorning these majestic creatures can dramatically lessen their risk of being targeted. The study, which […] The post Rhino Dehorning Is a Powerful Poaching Deter…