Namibia's Rhino Auction Drama

Namibia's Rhino Auction Drama

In 2018, Namibia auctioned off the rights to kill a rare black rhino for $350,000, with all proceeds dedicated to wildlife conservation efforts. The rhino, too old to breed, posed a potential risk to other members of the herd. However, the winning bidder, who secured the right to shoot the rhino, refused to fulfill his payment unless he could also retain the animal's head.

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