While ignorance and greed rule, its at least preferable to them dying a horrible death and being butchered for their horn but I agree, its not a situation that should prevail, let alone increase Eric.

You should post the link in the Environment, conservation and ethics forum as well.

Well done, like the composition and the b&w conversion. Agree it is sad to think of all the wildlife we are losing to the greed of others, wether it is a rhino or tiger it is sad that more can not be done.

Nice shot -- I especially like the texture of the hide.

Unfortunately as long as there is a market the greed will continue, I'm afraid. Hate to see the dehorning but as Carol said it beats the alternative.
That said, this is really a moving image. The b/w conversion emphasizes the textures and the horn, and gives an air of melancholy to the animal. Really nice work.