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On June 27, 2024, South African scientists injected microchips and radioactive isotopes into the horns of live rhinos to make them easier to detect at border checkpoints, aiming to combat poaching. The majority of global rhino populations are in South Africa, where poaching has surged due to demand in Asia where rhino horns are used in traditional medicine. Experts note that the injected radioactive material renders the horns useless for consumption by humans, effectively protecting the rhinos. This innovative conservation effort aims to transform rhino horns from medicinal resources in folklore to toxic substances, without harming the rhinos or the environment.
Source: YAHOO