Environment How many rhinos are poached in South Africa? Source The department report back on rhino poaching in South Africa in 2020 Short answer How many rhinos are poached in South Africa? In 2020,394 rhino were poached for their horn in South Africa. This is 33% less than the 594 killed in 2019 and marks the sixth year that rhino poaching has continued to decrease in South Africa. ... Back Full answer