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The Black Mambas Anti-Poaching Unit is a South African all-female anti-poaching unit established in 2013. They are named after the venomous snake, the black mamba, known for its aggression and speed. The unit operates in the Greater Kruger area, which includes the Balule Nature Reserve and surrounding private reserves. | The [[Black Mambas Anti-Poaching Unit]] is a South African all-female anti-poaching unit established in 2013. They are named after the venomous snake, the black mamba, known for its aggression and speed. The unit operates in the Greater Kruger area, which includes the [[Balule Nature Reserve]] and surrounding private reserves. | ||
The primary objective of the Black Mambas is to combat the poaching of rhinos and other wildlife in the region. Poaching, particularly for rhino horn, has been a major threat to the survival of the rhino. | The primary objective of the Black Mambas is to combat the poaching of [[Rhinoceros|rhinos]] and other wildlife in the region. Poaching, particularly for rhino horn, has been a major threat to the survival of the rhino. | ||
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Latest revision as of 16:31, 27 July 2023
The Black Mambas Anti-Poaching Unit is a South African all-female anti-poaching unit established in 2013. They are named after the venomous snake, the black mamba, known for its aggression and speed. The unit operates in the Greater Kruger area, which includes the Balule Nature Reserve and surrounding private reserves.
The primary objective of the Black Mambas is to combat the poaching of rhinos and other wildlife in the region. Poaching, particularly for rhino horn, has been a major threat to the survival of the rhino.