In a staggering development for global wildlife conservation, the world’s biggest rhino farmer, who has long cast himself as a savior for the species, was arrested in South Africa Tuesday on suspicion of trafficking rhino horn.⁠ ⁠ Prosecutors have accused John Hume, along with five others, of operating a smuggling ring involving 964 rhino horns valued at more than $14 million, according to the Associated Press. This week’s arrests followed a seven-year investigation by the Hawks, a special task force in the South African Police Service that focuses on organized crime. Investigators allege that the six suspects were involved in a fraudulent scheme, where they would secure permits to sell rhino horns domestically (which is legal in South Africa), while actually funneling the horns to illegal buyers in Southeast Asia.⁠ ⁠ Tap the link in profile for the full story 🔗⁠ ⁠ #rhino #southafrica #rhinohorn #rhinohorns #whiterhino #smuggling #conservation #outdoors #nature #outdoorlife⁠ Story by:...