A helicopter has been spotted over the last few days flying over several game reserves in the area at very low altitudes. It has not been commissioned by any of the reserves, and conservation experts believe it poses a credible rhino poaching threat in the area.

“While we cannot say 100% that it is a poaching chopper, the fact that it is here and it is not a known local chopper is cause for concern,” explained a rhino protection officer who asked not to be named. “We need the community’s help to combat the brutal slaughter of adult and baby rhinos.”

The chopper was spotted over the weekend and yesterday flying near Nambiti Conservancy and Spioenkop Game Reserve. Rhino protection forces in the area are on high alert.

If you spot any helicopter in the vicinity, contact 078-722-2826.