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A rhino horn previously fitted with a radio transmitter is seen among elephant tusks
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A rhino horn previously fitted with a radio transmitter is seen among elephant tusks
A rhino horn previously fitted with a radio transmitter is seen among elephant tusks intercepted at the Jomo Kenyatta international airport in the capital Nairobi, August 23, 2010. The smuggled consignment of 317 pieces of raw ivory and five rhino horns were intercepted by Kenyan authorities on August 21 as they were en route to Malaysia via Dubai, according to KWS director Julius Kipng etich. Kenya remains opposed to the lifting of the international ivory trade ban. REUTERS/Thomas Mukoya (KENYA - Tags: ANIMALS CRIME LAW ENVIRONMENT IMAGES OF THE DAY)
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This powerful photo captures the grim reality of wildlife trafficking and the ongoing battle to protect endangered species. In the image, a rhino horn previously fitted with a radio transmitter is hauntingly juxtaposed among elephant tusks intercepted at Jomo Kenyatta international airport in Nairobi. The date is August 23,2010. The smuggled consignment of 317 pieces of raw ivory and five rhino horns was seized by Kenyan authorities just two days prior as it was being transported to Malaysia via Dubai. The interception highlights Kenya's unwavering stance against lifting the international ivory trade ban, showcasing their commitment to preserving these majestic creatures. Photographer Thomas Mukoya skillfully captures this poignant scene, drawing attention to the devastating impact of illegal wildlife trade on our environment and its inhabitants. The composition emphasizes both the beauty and vulnerability of these magnificent animals while exposing the dark underbelly of criminal activities that threaten their existence. With no people present in the frame, Mukoya allows viewers to focus solely on nature's creations – from the sharp condition of each tusk to the intricate details etched into every crevice. Against a backdrop devoid of color or context, this photograph serves as a stark reminder that we must continue fighting for stricter regulations and global cooperation in order to safeguard our planet's precious biodiversity.
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