PROTECTING RHINOS ON THE FRONT LINE
Across Africa,
rhinos are fighting
for survival
On The Frontline
Protecting Rhinos Takes An Army
On the frontline of this crisis stand dedicated rangers, veterinarians, conservationists, and air support teams who risk everything daily to shield rhinos from relentless poaching.
Endangered Rhino Conservation exists to empower this vital work—funding protection, research, veterinary interventions, and anti-poaching efforts where they matter most. Together, we’re giving rhinos a fighting chance beyond the brink of extinction.
About Us
Discover the mission behind Endangered Rhino Conservation and the work helping protect rhinos on the frontline.
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The Reality
The War on Rhinos
The war on rhinos is real, urgent, and unrelenting.
Over the past decade, poachers have killed nearly 10,000 rhinos across Africa and Asia for their horns, driving some species to the brink of extinction. Habitat loss, organized wildlife crime syndicates, and surging black-market demand continue to hammer remaining populations.
Without sustained frontline protection and decisive intervention, rhinos could vanish from the wild in our lifetime.
The wildlife of today is not ours to dispose of as we please. We have it in trust, and we must account for it to those who come after.
– King George V
Dr. Lynne MacTavish
Operations Manager, Mankwe Wildlife Reserve & ERC
Conservation Scientist | Field Leader | Rhino ProtectorLeadership on the Front Line
Science, protection
and leadership in the field
Frontline rhino conservation is driven by dedicated experts with decades of hands-on experience, intimate local knowledge, and unwavering long-term commitment.
At the core of Endangered Rhino Conservation's work is Dr. Lynne MacTavish, a renowned conservation scientist and field leader with over 20 years dedicated to wildlife protection and research in South Africa.
Every decision must balance science, security, animal welfare, and long-term survival.
Lynne works daily alongside rangers, veterinarians, and conservation teams to safeguard rhinos amid relentless poaching threats — bridging rigorous science, frontline protection, and community education.
Meet Dr Lynne MacTavish →The Front Line
Where Protection Happens
ERC was established to support Mankwe Wildlife Reserve and partner organisations working directly on the ground, where the threat to rhinos is greatest.
This includes:
- Anti-poaching patrols
- Veterinary and emergency response
- Conservation management and monitoring
- Aerial surveillance and rapid response
- Long-term protection and population recovery
By supporting frontline teams, ERC helps ensure rhinos are protected not just today, but for generations to come.
See how rhinos are protectedThe Facts
Why Action Matters
The scale of the crisis is stark:
Estimated remaining populations:
White Rhino
16,803
Black Rhino
6,487
Indian Rhino
3,345
Sumatran Rhino
~100
Javan Rhino
58These numbers underline why protection on the ground is critical, and why time matters.
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How You Can Be Part of the Solution
Protecting rhinos requires long-term commitment and sustained support. Whether through donation, adoption, or ongoing engagement, supporters play a vital role in keeping frontline teams equipped and operational.
There are many ways to stand with those protecting rhinos every day.
Donate to fund
frontline conservation
Your support helps rangers, vets and specialist teams protect rhinos on the ground, every day.
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Adopt a Rhino
Symbolically adopt a rhino and play a part in their protection, care and future survival.
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Support our brave K9 units who track, detect and protect alongside our rangers.
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