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Title: Method of censusing and the status of the black rhinoceros (Diceros bicornis) in the Etosha National Park
Author(s): Hofmeyr, J.M.
Year published: 1984
Journal: South African Journal of Science
Volume: 80
Pages: 187
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Subject:
Species:
Africa - Southern Africa - Namibia
Distribution - Status
Black Rhino
During the periods of full moon from May to October 1980, black rhinoceroses were censused at all the important waterholes in the Etosha National Park. The results indicate an increase in the rhinoceros population which was substantially higher than expected. However, the high population in the ...
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Location:
Subject:
Species:
Africa - Southern Africa - Namibia
Ecology - Census Methods
Black Rhino
Marking techniques of individuals. Colour-coded reflector discs 20 mm in diameter and 3.5 mm thick, were in- serted at the base of the anterior aspect of the front and the lateral sides of back horns of adult and sub-adult rhinoceroses, to facilitate the positive identification of translocated a...
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