Kruger National Park

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are common. Black and white rhinoceroses were reintroduced successfully after having been wiped out by hunting early in the 20th century. A fence around the perimeter of the park reduces poaching (illegal hunting) of wildlife. It also protects domestic animals outside the park from the spread of wildlife diseases by restricting animal movement. A certain number of elephants, buffalo, and hippopotamuses are killed each year, in order to stabilize animal populations, prevent overgrazing, and generate funds for park maintenance. Growing population and agricultural development west of the park have increased pollution in most of the permanent rivers and reduced the amount of water flowing through the park; these circumstances may pose a future threat to wildlife.
More than 600,000 people visit the park annually. Visitors may observe wildlife year-round from their vehicles on 2281 km (1417 mi) of roads, or they may explore on foot along five wilderness trails. There are 24 rest camps ...

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