Guests of family-run Safari business,Safari Frank gathered at sunrise to put their passion for saving rhinos into action by assisting in a rhino notching exercise, part of a Southern
African Wildlife College (SAWC)rhino monitoring and research programme.
Thanks to the expert aerial observation and flying skills of the Light Sport Aircraft and helicopter pilots involved,
a rhino was quickly located, darted and guided to an area where the ground crew could get to work.
Under the expert guidance of Dr. Peter Rogers and the SAWC's Dr. Kevin Robertson, the team quickly began their tasks.
DNA samples were collected, micro chips implanted and the ears were notched for identification.
Time is of the essence for the safety of the sedated rhino. The Safari Frank team was impressed with the speed and precision of the work undertaken.
With the operation complete, it was time to bid the large bull goodbye, before watching him wake and return to the bush.
The team described the experience as humbling and emotional. They left with a renewed commitment to raising awareness and supporting the SAWC's important work to save our rhinos.
