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The first Sumatran rhino born in captivity in more than 100 years is on his way home to Indon

source: Khaleej Times | Feb 19, 07 | submitted by Pat Coate

Jakarta, Indonesia - The first Sumatran rhino born in captivity in more than 100 years is on his way homeђ to Indonesia to help save the species from extinction, officials said Monday.

Indonesia, Malaysia and the United States are collaborating on a captive breeding programme to help save the species.


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"This breeding programme is just one example of the extent zoos will go to in order to save a species from extinction."
- John Lewis, Los Angeles Zoo director

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