Protecting rhinoceros populations in their natural habitats remains the cornerstone of conservation efforts, with the ultimate goal of promoting population growth through natural breeding. However, maintaining closed populations over the long term presents significant challenges. Genetic enrichment is essential to prevent inbreeding and loss of diversity. Traditionally, this has been achieved by introducing unrelated individuals through translocation. While effective in theory, translocations are often logistically complex, costly, and pose health risks for the animals concerned. They are also typically limited to small numbers and may reduce reproductive success due to the stress of relocation and the need for animals to adapt to unfamiliar environments.
Hemmersbach Rhino Force 