VOICED : Protecting the worlds rhinos by chopping off their horns

VOICED : Protecting the worlds rhinos by chopping off their horns

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10th Grade - University

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The video explores the routine of removing rhino horns on a South African breeding farm to protect them from poachers. The process is likened to cutting nails and is painless for the rhinos. Rhino horn is highly valued in Asia, fetching up to $60,000 per kilogram. John Hume, the farm owner, argues against the international ban on rhino horn trade, citing high security costs and the need to sell horns to fund conservation. Despite criticism, Hume's farm has seen a rise in rhino births and rehabilitates orphaned calves, contributing to species conservation.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the primary reason for trimming rhino horns according to the text?

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How does John Hume justify the need to sell rhino horn?

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What are the consequences of the international ban on rhino horn trade as mentioned in the text?

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Describe the impact of poaching on rhino populations in South Africa.

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What measures are being taken at Hume's farm to protect rhinos?

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