Wild Animal Trade Archives - Page 2 of 25

Oct 27 2025 | Meghann Cant

China’s Captive Cetacean Industry Is Thriving

A report reveals the continued expansion of China’s ocean theme parks and the serious welfare issues faced by over 1,300 captive whales, dolphins, and porpoises. READ MORE

Oct 22 2025 | Zoë Jewell & Sky Alibhai

Tracking Without A Trace: How Footprints And Non-Invasive Methods Could Transform Wildlife Monitoring

As wildlife disappears, much of it goes untracked and unnoticed. But hope may literally be rising from the ground up. By combining ancient animal tracking with new technology, scientists can now use footprints to find and protect hidden species, giving us a powerful new way to save nature. READ MORE

Oct 1 2025 | Dung Nguyen

An Overview Of The Global Terrestrial Invertebrate Trade

The global trade in terrestrial invertebrates is increasing, creating serious threats to biodiversity. READ MORE

Jul 31 2025 | Mia Elliott

Global Commercial Wild Animal Farming: What We Know

Fragments of data help tell the story of commercial wild animal farming, a growing worldwide industry that warrants greater scrutiny and transparency. READ MORE

Jul 25 2025 | Rekha Sharma

Welfare Framing Is Common In Media But Lags In Scientific Articles

When it comes to the exotic pet trade, news stories emphasize animal welfare, while peer-reviewed research addresses it from multiple angles — conservation in particular. READ MORE

May 9 2025 | Jenny Amphaeris

The Hidden Costs Of The Wild Animal Trade

From fashion to medicine to tourism, the commercial capture, use, and killing of wild animals is a growing industry, but with little governance and many severe hidden costs. READ MORE

Apr 7 2025 | Alex Geerts

Animal Advocacy Challenges And Opportunities In Egypt

With an emerging animal advocacy movement, Egypt is facing many challenges. But opportunities in education, public outreach, and partnerships between local and international groups offer a path forward. READ MORE

Mar 4 2025 | Mary Cate Hyde

What Can TikTok Tell Us About Wild Animal Trafficking?

Researchers analyze social media posts to understand Canadians’ perceptions of the exotic animal trade, providing insight into the role that advocates can play in addressing knowledge gaps. READ MORE

Jan 20 2025 | Aeneas Koosis

Animal Markets And Zoonotic Disease Risk

This report investigates how animal markets worldwide contribute to zoonotic disease outbreaks, exploring global human-animal interactions and the urgent need for regulatory action. READ MORE

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