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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The Guardian view on China, Africa and disappearing donkeys: an unexpected crisis offers a clue to perils ahead | Editorial

The rise of Chinese demand for donkey skins has destabilized African communities, leading to a continent-wide ban on their slaughter to specifically protect women's health and improve family incomes.
World news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Giraffe genitalia among hundreds of body parts imported by trophy hunters

Wildlife hunters took home nearly 1,800 giraffe body parts trophies in a year including from more than 100 animals specially bred in captivity to be shot.
UK news
#conservation
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Otters posing for selfies in Japanese cafes may be linked to illegal trade, experts warn

Demand for otters in Tokyo cafes raises concerns due to links with poaching hotspots in Thailand.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Otters posing for selfies in Japanese cafes may be linked to illegal trade, experts warn

Demand for otters in Tokyo cafes raises concerns due to links with poaching hotspots in Thailand.
#public-health
fromNature
3 weeks ago
Coronavirus

Exclusive: Inside the thriving wild-animal markets that could start the next pandemic

fromNature
3 weeks ago
Coronavirus

Exclusive: Inside the thriving wild-animal markets that could start the next pandemic

Coronavirus
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

New coronavirus is one small mutation away from infecting humans

A new coronavirus (HKU5-CoV-2) poses a significant risk to humans, potentially leading to the next pandemic. Immediate monitoring is crucial.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

People buy a lion and can't handle it': inside the farms breeding cubs for Tiktok and Instagram likes

Thailand's exclusive lion cub trade is booming, driven by the wealthy elite's demand for exotic pets.
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