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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Mogomotsi Magome

South African researchers test use of nuclear technology to curb rhino poaching

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Researchers in South Africa have injected radioactive material into the horns of 20 rhinos as part of a research project aimed at reducing poaching.

The idea is that radiation detectors already in place at national borders would detect the horns and help authorities arrest poachers and traffickers.

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