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Armed guards on patrol 24/7 at rhino sanctuary

March 20, 2014 Leave a Comment

The illegal wildlife trade has reached “devastating” levels with armed guards now forced to keep round-the-clock patrols to protect endangered species. The far east is no longer the sole focus of the fight against illegal ivory, with experts warning that the UK is increasingly becoming a “major hub” for the contraband. Simon Burns MP believes an "unprecedented spike in … [Read more...]

A contribution to rhino anti-poaching considerations

March 13, 2013 Leave a Comment

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Despite all the money and efforts being spent on anti-poaching, the rhino death toll is escalating at a rate that threatens the survival of the species. What was the tipping point leading to the increased demand for rhino horn and how can this trend be reversed? The latest rhino poaching statistics for South Africa released by the South African Government Department of … [Read more...]

Faith leaders tell Prince Philip about illegal wildlife trade

March 13, 2013 Leave a Comment

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Statements by leaders of 34 religious traditions were presented to HRH The Duke of Edinburgh last month as part of a major initiative linking religions and conservation groups in opposing the illegal wildlife trade, which is annihilating the world’s rare and endangered species. The statements were presented to Prince Philip (one of ARC’s founders and WWF President Emeritus) … [Read more...]

Illegal wildlife trade killing biodiversity

November 7, 2011 Leave a Comment

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There is growing concern about the impact that illegal trade in is having on wildlife populations world-wide, while the potential risk posed to indigenous species should these imported alien animals escape, is also cause for concern. Every year thousands of animals are removed from their natural habitats and smuggled between countries all over the world for the pet trade or … [Read more...]

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