Poems and Thoughts    by Frank Maurer

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Radioactive Rhinoceroses? The poaching of elephants and rhinos is done by those who have no reverence For earth's ancient creatures--only for monetary ivory and 'aphrodisiac--horns'. Yet another plan to cease this horrible murder-- Insertion of a radioactive chip, placed into the rhino;s horn. With this Insertion, horns may be detected and origins traced. It appears the radioactivity will not harm the bearer. So much effort, just to attempt the survival Of an incredible and ancient elder of the mammalian world. But, another aspect of this whole situation, Is that, there must be more of an effort To involve the local citizenry to feel a part of things, Thus having a stake in the preservation of these creatures. Local care and efforts towards preservation Is the only way this horror will ultimately be averted. Frank Maurer 7 August 2025 1725 Hours.