Rhino poaching hits zero in India, Nepal and Indonesia in 2025
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: In 2025, India, Nepal and Indonesia reported no rhino poaching incidents, a milestone highlighted in the International Rhino Foundation’s 2026 State of the Rhinos report. The global population of greater one‑horned rhinos reached a record 4,075, with Assam alone housing about 80% of the species, including more than 2,600 in Kaziranga National Park. Despite the success in curbing poaching, the report warns that habitat degradation continues to threaten the species’ long‑term survival.
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- Center (2): Deccan Herald, Hindustan Times
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- Rhino poaching zero in India, Nepal and Indonesia in 2025 but habitat challenge remains — Deccan Herald (center)
- Global one-horned rhino population hits record 4,075; Assam has 80%, says minister — Hindustan Times (center)