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No more rhinos in Polokwane’s Game Reserve
Municipal spokesperson Matshidiso Mothapo says the rhinos were moved for safety purposes.
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POLOKWANE – With an increase in rhino poaching and the species becoming more and more endangered, the animals have been moved from the Polokwane Game Reserve to a safe sanctuary.
Mothapo confirmed that the rhinos were moved on 25 May.
“For safety reasons, we are unable to say how many rhinos were moved,” he said.
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Mothapo said despite the rhinos being moved, residents are still encouraged to visit the game reserve as there are many other species of wild animals to observe.
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