Poster Print : White rhinoceros killed by poachers C015 / 0658
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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
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring the powerful and poignant reality of nature into your home or office with the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints. This haunting image, "White rhinoceros killed by poachers C015 / 0658," captured by Louise Murray/Science Photo Library, offers a stark reminder of the harsh realities facing endangered species. Taken at Umhlametsi Private Nature Reserve in South Africa, this poignant image of a dead bull white rhinoceros serves as a poignant reminder of the ongoing battle against poaching. Add this impactful poster print to your space and start a conversation about conservation and the importance of protecting endangered species.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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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