SOS RHINO is a non-profit, international foundation dedicated to preserving the five rhinoceros species in their natural habitats. They develop and fund rhino conservation and awareness programs appropriate to individual countries, providing education and tools to build lasting rhino conservation.

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Who we are?

SOS Rhino is a non-profit, international foundation dedicated to preserving the five rhinoceros species in their natural habitats. Our conservation programs combine research, education, marketing and advocacy, all working collectively to achieve sustainable results. Through diverse stakeholder support, SOS Rhino develops and funds rhino conservation and awareness programs appropriate to individual countries, providing these countries with the education and tools to build lasting rhino conservation.

It is our goal to secure a place for this ancient animal in tomorrow's world.

Rhinos in Borneo

The Bornean sub-species of the Sumatran rhinoceros (Dicerorhinus sumatrensis harrissoni) is one of the most endangered rhinos - mainly due to habitat loss and poaching. There may be as few as 30 of this sub-species left in the wild and only two in captivity. With large and varied habitat requirements, the protection of this animal will further the conservation of other fauna and flora in the ecosystem they inhabit.

SOS Rhino's Borneo Project is dedicated to evaluating the Bornean subspecies of the Sumatran rhino in their remaining habitat in the wild. SOS Rhino Team members are undertaking very intensive work at Tabin Wildlife Reserve, Sabah, Borneo -- an area suspected to have the largest remaining population of these highly endangered animals.

In order to understand the demographics, behavior, and nutrition of this rhino species, team members collect survey data using GPS integrated PDA's and customized data collection software. Data such as rhino footprints have been found, photographed and cast in plaster. Also the locations of food sources, mud wallows and salt licks are noted. To further identify animals, phototraps are placed in areas visited by rhinos.

SOS Rhino is looking for Volunteers!

SOS RHINO is looking for volunteers interested in helping us in our efforts to save the Sumatran rhinoceros. Our Borneo Team is studying the demographics of the remaining animals in Tabin Wildlife Reserve to determine when patrol units, habitat protection, or translocation may play a role in the rhinos' survival.

Volunteers should be adventurous, fit, and healthy, for you will be walking/hiking in rugged terrain 5-10 km per day in the jungles of Tabin Wildlife Reserve, Sabah, Malaysian Borneo. Sumatran rhino surveys are conducted by our Borneo Team, twice monthly. Surveys generally start on the 1st and 15th of each month. Please read on for more information on what is required to volunteer with our team in Sabah, Malaysian Borneo.

REQUIREMENTS:
* Adventurous (May encounter dangerous wild animals such as elephants, sun bears, and cobras to name a few. Will encounter sand flies, horse flies, mosquitos and leeches)
* Physically fit and healthy (ability to walk 5-10 km per day through very rough terrain, carrying a backpack weighing up to 40 lbs.)
* Evacuation Insurance
* Proof of health and accident insurance
* Report/article/journal of your volunteer experience (with photos) submitted to SOS Rhino's U.S. office upon completion of your volunteer experience

APPROXIMATE COSTS:
* Airfare: US$1200 from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu
* Food: US$15 per day
* Local Field Transport: US$80 (roundtrip from KK to Lahad Datu)
* Accommodations: US$20-30 per day

HOW TO APPLY:
* Send completed application form (click here to download application), letter of interest, and CV or resume via e-mail (info@sosrhino.org) or fax +1.312.222.0990, for review by our Borneo team. You will be notified of your acceptance, via e-mail, within one week of receipt of your application.
* Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
* Preference is given to applicants with wildlife conservation, biology, zoology, or ecology education and/or background

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