European Parliament 30 March 2012, Written question E-003489/12 Franz Obermayr (NI) to the Commission. Gangs of poachers threaten the South African rhinoceros

Question for written answer E-003489/12 to the Commission Franz Obermayr (NI) (30 March 2012) Subject: Gangs of poachers threaten the South African rhinoceros Rhinoceros horn is much-prized in Asia as a decorative item and a ‘miracle cure’, and is traded at prices as high as US dollar 65 000 per kilo.