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White rhinoceros killed by poachers C015 / 0658
White rhinoceros killed by poachers, Umhlametsi Private Nature Reserve, South Africa. A Protrack ranger inspects a dead bull white rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum). The animal was shot by poachers who lost track of it when it ran away. It eventually died of its wounds before being discovered by park rangers. Rhinoceros horns are illegally poached and sold for use as ornaments and traditional medicines. Protrack is a private anti-poaching company
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Media ID 9241585
© LOUISE MURRAY/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Africa African Anti Rhino Poaching Team Black Body Bull Carcass Ceratotherium Simum Conservation Dead Decaying Hoedspruit Killed Protrack Ranger Reserve Rhino Rhinoceros Security Shot South Africa Third World White Rhinoceros Wound Game Park Poached Private Reserve
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 26.4cm (15.6" x 10.4")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful print captures the devastating consequences of poaching on the majestic white rhinoceros population in South Africa. In this heart-wrenching scene, a Protrack ranger stands solemnly over the lifeless body of a bull white rhinoceros at Umhlametsi Private Nature Reserve. The rhino met its tragic end after being shot by ruthless poachers who were unable to track it down when it fled. As we gaze upon this image, we are confronted with the harsh reality that these magnificent creatures are ruthlessly hunted for their valuable horns. Rhino horns, sought after for their use in ornaments and traditional medicines, fuel an illegal trade that threatens the very existence of these iconic animals. The decaying carcass serves as a haunting reminder of our collective failure to protect and conserve wildlife. It symbolizes not only the loss of one individual but also reflects the broader challenges faced by conservationists in combating poaching activities. In this desperate battle against extinction, private anti-poaching companies like Protrack play a crucial role in safeguarding endangered species. Their dedicated rangers risk their lives daily to defend these vulnerable creatures from harm. Through Louise Murray's lens, we witness both tragedy and resilience within this single frame – reminding us all of our responsibility to preserve nature's wonders before they fade away forever.
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