The greater kudu's horns are spectacular and can grow as long as 72 inches, making 2 1/2 graceful twists. These beautifully shaped horns have long been prized in Africa for use as musical instruments, honey containers and symbolic ritual objects.

NPR: African Ivory Headed for One-Time Auction
Jan 02, 2008

Sometime in early 2008, tons of African ivory will be sold at auction to Japan. Despite the international ban on the trade, South Africa, Botswana and Namibia will be allowed a one-time purge of their stockpiled ivory. Conservationists hope the sale won't reignite widespread demand for elephant tusks.

Dr. Philip Murthui, Director of Conservation Science at the African Wildlife Foundation, comments on this important issue.

> Listen to the NPR story (www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=17691860)



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