Celebrate Black Rhinos and World Rhino Day

By David Vasquez

Today is World Rhino Day! With their trademark horns and massive physique, rhinos are fascinating and lovable creatures. World Rhino Day is a chance to celebrate these exceptional animals and bring awareness to their plight.

A black rhino about to be released in Gonarezhou National Park.
This is also the first anniversary of the Rhino Recovery Fund. In just one year, thanks to the generosity of our supporters, the RRF has disbursed nearly $1.5 million in support to 19 rhino conservation projects across nine countries. These projects have had a positive impact on all five rhino species in Africa and Asia.

Markus Hofmeyr, wildlife veterinarian and Director of the Rhino Recovery Fund, involved in the Gonarezhou reintroduction.
To honor this special day, we created a visual story highlighting the recent reintroduction of black rhinos to Gonarezhou National Park in Zimbabwe, a landmark project supported by the RRF. Read our StoryMap update to see how conservationists brought black rhinos back to their rightful home.
 
Photography Credits: Save the Rhino Trust, Markus Hofmeyr, Bad Rabbit Studio