 Reference Base  Alarm call for Great Indian rhino (Rhinoceros unicornis) |
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Baidya, K.N., 1982. Alarm call for Great Indian rhino (Rhinoceros unicornis). Tiger Paper 9 (2): 6-7, fig. 1
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In spite of the enforcement of a tough antipoaching law (Indian Wildlife Act, 1972) this magnificent animal is still under severe threat for its horn. The single horn when fully developed may weigh up to 1.5 kg. and can reach 12 in. in length. It is believed that when in powder form, the horn has aphrodisiacal qualities and it is much valued by some groups for this reason. As another example North Yemeni tribesmen take pride in carrying daggers with decorative rhino horn handles. Though scientists say that there are no aphrodisiacal Properties in the rhino horn, poaching continues. Kaziranga Sanctuary officials admitted that 40 rhinos had been killed during the year 1981.
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