Rare Australian animals increasingly targeted for illegal wildlife trade
The estimated global illegal trade in wildlife is estimated to be worth 32 billion dollars - and with so many rare species in Australia, the nation's animals are vulnerable to being targeted by black market traders. To mark the International Day for the Prevention of and Fight Against All Forms of Transnational Organised Crime, local researchers are working to expose, prevent and disrupt this industry which is having a devastating impact on ecology and industry.
SBS News In Depth · SBS Audio
November 15, 20254m 58s
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The estimated global illegal trade in wildlife is estimated to be worth 32 billion dollars - and with so many rare species in Australia, the nation's animals are vulnerable to being targeted by black market traders. To mark the International Day for the Prevention of and Fight Against All Forms of Transnational Organised Crime, local researchers are working to expose, prevent and disrupt this industry which is having a devastating impact on ecology and industry.