Wildlife Trafficking: Who Does it? Allows it?
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How the public can help stop illegal wildlife trade

WILDLIFE officers alone cannot overcome the sheer volume and extent of the illegal wildlife trade.

 

By providing them with the right information, you will be making an invaluable contribution to clamping down on the damaging trade. Here is how you can play your part:

 

1. Understand legality

There are two laws you need to be aware of, when it comes to understanding what’s legal and what’s not...

 

2. Know the issues

One can start by asking key questions...

 

3. Think before you buy or consume

When the buying stops, the killing stops, pay attention...


4. Make your voice heard

There have been numerous occasions where public outrage has contributed to action. For example...

 

5. Report wildlife crime

Save this number on your phone... 

 

http://thestar.com.my/lifestyle/story.asp?file=/2012/11/20/lifefocus/12277701&sec=lifefocus 


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