Event Description
The illegal wildlife trade is decimating flora and fauna across the world. Some of the most charismatic animals, such as elephants and rhinos, as well as many lesser-known wildlife species are vulnerable to organized exploitation. Their populations are increasingly at great risk, which further undermines complex ecosystems already stressed by climate change and habitat loss.
The illegal trade in wildlife commodities also poses significant challenges to national security. Highly organized international criminal syndicates that are involved in wildlife trafficking are often also involved in drug trafficking, human smuggling, and other crimes.
This program will explore the scope of illegal wildlife trade and the international policies, advances in technology, and frontline enforcement actions that are part of a global effort to combat poaching, trafficking, and the demand for illegally traded wildlife and wildlife products.
Event Information
Free and open to the public; registration required for in-person and online attendance.
Hosted by the Linda Hall Library.
