Safari in South Africa

On Rhino Horn Poaching
Rhino horn has held a significant place in traditional Chinese medicine. It was first recorded in the "Shennong Bencao Jing," and for over two thousand years, it has been used in Chinese medicine for prescriptions aimed at clearing heat and detoxification. The Chinese medicine community even regards rhino horn as the "sacred product for reducing fever." Over time, rhino horn has also been believed to have the ability to treat cancer and leukemia, although experiments have proven these claims to be unsubstantiated.

Nevertheless, this has not stopped the brutal actions of poachers. According to tour guides, poachers use remote-controlled drones to herd rhinos into one place, where they then remove their horns en masse. Once a rhino's horn is removed, it usually does not survive for long.

The belief in the medicinal properties of rhino horn has led to the near extermination of rhinos. Unbeknownst to many, the composition of rhino horn is similar to that of human hair and nails, being made up of keratin. According to data, the global rhino population has decreased by more than 90% over the past 40 years.

During this visit, South Africa has taken steps to protect rhinos. They have invited overseas celebrities and athletes to film promotional videos within protected areas, urging the public to place greater importance on rhino conservation.

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