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Elephant poaching 'out of control'

More than 11,000 elephants have been killed by ivory poachers in Gabon since 2004 according to new research.

 

Rhino poaching soars, horns worth more than gold

A record number of rhinos were poached this year in South Africa, home to the greatest number of the animals, amid rising demand in Asia for their horns.

 

Guns are now permitted -- but not necessarily welcomed -- in national parks

As the controversial law takes effect Monday, critics argue it could increase wildlife poaching, violence between visitors and against rangers, and destruction of historic and cultural monuments. By Julie Cart A federal law taking effect Monday may ...

 

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