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Black Mambas patrol South Africa with Porsche
All-female anti-poaching team uses Porsche Cayenne to protect rhinos in remote bush.
In brief
All-female anti-poaching team uses Porsche Cayenne to protect rhinos in remote bush. Black Mambas, an all-female anti-poaching unit in South Africa, use a specially modified Porsche Cayenne to patrol 200 square kilometres and combat poaching. Originally reported by Porsche Newsroom.
Black Mambas patrol South Africa
Vongani Masingi leads the all-female anti-poaching unit through Olifants West Nature Reserve.
Patrol area and route
The unit covers 200 square kilometres of remote bush with gravel tracks, rocky sections and asphalt roads.
Marula fruit season
Around February, the Black Mambas monitor marula trees for elephant calves and their mothers.
Patrol challenges
Masingi's route varies with emergencies, covering five to ten kilometres through rough terrain.
Porsche Cayenne support
Porsche South Africa donated a second-generation Cayenne with suspension upgrades and off-road tires.
Night patrols
The Cayenne uses thermal night-vision goggles and spotlights for night work in protected areas.
Poaching threat
The Black Mambas search for snares and clues like discarded cigarette butts during patrols.
Effectiveness
Masingi reports fewer wire snares and cable traps since the project began, showing effective anti-poaching work.
In short
Black Mambas, an all-female anti-poaching unit in South Africa, use a specially modified Porsche Cayenne to patrol 200 square kilometres and combat poaching.
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