Category: Southern White Rhino

Saving the Survivors, in partnership with the Veterinary Conservation Coalition (VCC), has successfully completed the translocation of several White rhino cows to a South African reserve where no new genetics had been introduced for more than 20 years. Although moving rhinos is a complex and carefully planned operation, this project was about much more than … Continued

White Rhino Saved After Devastating Snare Injury Every snare tells a tragic story. Not because it catches the animal it was intended for, but because it so often catches those it was never meant to. This adult White rhinoceros cow became one of those innocent victims. When our veterinary team located her, she was suffering … Continued

A Remarkable Rhino Recovery A few weeks ago, we shared the story of a Southern White Rhino mother suffering from a significant wound to her hindquarters, most likely caused by the horn of an overenthusiastic bull. At the time, the injury was extensive and vulnerable to infection. In the harsh conditions of the African bush, … Continued

At Saving the Survivors, no two wildlife interventions are ever the same. Recently, our veterinary team was called to assist a White Rhino cow suffering from a severely damaged horn. While injuries to horns can appear straightforward at first glance, they often require careful assessment and treatment to prevent complications and ensure the animal’s long-term … Continued

Out in the African bush, survival is never easy. Every day brings new challenges, and even the strongest animals can suffer painful injuries in the wild. Recently, the veterinary team from Saving the Survivors responded to help a Southern White Rhino cow found with a significant wound to her back leg, most likely caused by … Continued

Rhino Collaring Operation Saving The Survivors recently conducted a critical rhino collaring operation at Insimbi Reserve, one of our longest-standing and closest partners in rhino conservation. Collaring plays a vital role in modern conservation management. It enables reserve teams to monitor movements, strengthen anti-poaching strategies, and make informed decisions that directly protect rhinos on the … Continued

This Valentine’s Day, love in the bush has tiny footprints. After months of hope and careful monitoring, we are delighted to share the news so many of our supporters have been waiting for: Dakalo has given birth to a healthy calf. Seeing this little one walking safely beside her mother is a powerful and emotional … Continued

In 2016, our remarkable bull Seha survived the most brutal poaching attack Saving the Survivors has ever seen a rhino endure — and live through. His survival was nothing short of extraordinary, and his strength has since become a symbol of resilience and hope for wildlife conservation. Seha resides safely on a protected reserve alongside … Continued

Honouring Seha, Our Ultimate Survivor On this World Rhino Day, we share the story of one of the most remarkable survivors we have ever treated — Seha, our iconic Southern White Rhino bull. His name whispers “Sehawukele” in Zulu: Have mercy on us. In 2016, under a cruel poacher’s moon, Seha endured the unimaginable. Both … Continued