International Illegal Trade in Wildlife: Threats and U.S. Policy

Global trade in illegal wildlife is a growing illicit economy, estimated to be worth at least $5 billion and potentially in excess of $20 billion annually. Some of the most lucrative illicit wildlife commodities include tiger parts, caviar, elephant ivory, rhino horn, and exotic birds and reptiles. Demand for illegally obtained wildlife is ubiquitous, and some suspect that illicit demand may be growing.

Author: Liana Sun Wyler,Pervase Sheikh
Publisher: Bibliogov
Published: 01/28/2013
Pages: 48
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.23lbs
Size: 9.69h x 7.44w x 0.10d
ISBN: 9781288665730

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