Namibia has the largest population of rhinos in Africa, but the country’s government has only recently legalized the trophy hunting of these animals to raise money to combat poaching. Trophy hunters pay as much as $250,000 for the opportunity to hunt and kill a rhino in Namibia. The price tag on their heads depends on whether they’re black (the common kind) or white (the rarer kind). Black rhinos can fetch $20,000 while white ones cost up to $75,000 each.

What Is the Status of Rhinos in the Wild?

Rhinos are currently listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. They are at risk from poaching for their horns and bush meat, as well as habitat loss from human settlement and cultivation. Their numbers have declined by over 20% over the past three generations. We estimate the current population of Black Rhinos to be 5,500-5,800 animals.

What Are Some Wildlife Sanctuaries for Rhinos in Africa People Should Visit?

Rhinos are currently listed as critically endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). If you want to visit an African wildlife sanctuary dedicated to rhinos, here are some that people should visit. Etosha National Park is in northeastern Namibia and is home to over 2,000 black rhinos. It’s also the world’s biggest communal park, meaning it covers an area of 14,651 square miles.