Tranquilized Collection

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Barbary Macaque / Barbary Ape / Rock Ape - vet making notes on tranquilized Macaque. (Macaca sylvanus) Date:

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Suzi Eszterhas - photographer - holding a tranquilized polar bear cub - The bears are tranquilized to take blood, hair and fat samples and tag them. Date:

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Indian / Asian Elephant translocation - tranquilized Elephant loaded into a truck with the help of domestic Elephants (Elephas maximus) Date:

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White rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum) conservation, Umhlametsi Private Nature Reserve, South Africa. A veterinarian collects samples of rhinoceros horn for DNA analysis

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White rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum) horn removal, Umhlametsi Private Nature Reserve, South Africa. These horns were removed from a white rhinoceros as part of an anti-poaching operation

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White rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum) conservation. Children from a local village observe a rhinoceros de-horning operation at the Kwenga Lodge Private Game Reserve, South Africa

Tranquilized Polar Bears, Ursus maritimus, being transferred by helicopter near Churchill, northern Manitoba
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect

Tranquilized Polar Bear, Ursus maritimus, being prepared for transfer by helicopter near Churchill, northern Manitoba
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect

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Tranquilized: A Glimpse into the World of Wildlife Conservation In a world where human-wildlife conflicts are on the rise, tranquilization has become an essential tool in ensuring the safety and well-being of our animal counterparts. Picture No. 10777666 captures a moment of serenity as a majestic white rhinoceros is gently sedated to undergo horn removal, a crucial step in combating illegal poaching (Picture No. 10852405). The conservation efforts continue with Picture No. 10882501, showcasing dedicated veterinarians tending to an adult African Elephant who suffered from bullet wounds after falling victim to senseless violence. The process begins with the careful administration of tranquilizer darts, expertly targeting specific areas like the rump or skin (White rhinoceros conservation C015 / 0656) (African Elephant adult, tranquilised with tranquiliser dart in rump). Once tranquility sets in, these magnificent creatures can receive much-needed medical attention for their injuries (African Elephant adult having bullet wounds treated by vet). Buffalo Springs National Reserve becomes a sanctuary for healing as we witness another African Elephant being tended to by compassionate professionals amidst Kenya's Eastern Province (African Elephant adult having bullet wounds treated by vet, Buffalo Springs National Reserve). This heartwarming scene reminds us that even in moments of vulnerability and pain, there is hope for recovery. Delving deeper into wildlife research projects reveals fascinating insights about species such as Spotted Hyenas. In Phinda Game Reserve within South Africa's Kwa-Zulu Natal region, scientists study these enigmatic creatures after they have been safely darted and anaesthetized at night (Spotted Hyena adult darted and anaesthetised at night during Mun Ya Wana Research Project). But it's not just land-dwelling animals that benefit from this method; even Polar Bears experience moments of tranquility.