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In Suriname, a shadowy hunt for traffickers selling jaguar parts to China

Wildlife trafficking, including jaguar smuggling, is linked to broader crime networks, prompting U.S. actions to combat it alongside other pressing illegal activities.

Man Who Killed Hundreds of Eagles and Hawks Gets Nearly 4 Years in Prison

Travis John Branson was sentenced for killing and trafficking hundreds of eagles and hawks, reflecting serious wildlife law violations.

In Suriname, a shadowy hunt for traffickers selling jaguar parts to China

Wildlife trafficking, including jaguar smuggling, is linked to broader crime networks, prompting U.S. actions to combat it alongside other pressing illegal activities.

Man Who Killed Hundreds of Eagles and Hawks Gets Nearly 4 Years in Prison

Travis John Branson was sentenced for killing and trafficking hundreds of eagles and hawks, reflecting serious wildlife law violations.

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#endangered-species

A baby monkey went viral after she was found during a traffic stop. The full story isn't so cute

Wildlife trafficking, exacerbated by social media, poses a significant threat to animals, such as the baby monkey found during a traffic stop.

It shouldn't be that easy': inside the illegal wildlife trade booming on social media

Social media is facilitating a significant increase in wildlife trafficking, endangering many species due to its accessibility and anonymity.

UK export of millions of endangered eels to Russia attacked as bonkers'

The export of critically endangered eels from the UK to Russia raises serious conservation concerns amid declining populations.

Man Hiding Tarantulas, Centipedes and Ants Is Stopped From Boarding Flight

A man attempted to smuggle 320 tarantulas, 110 centipedes, and 9 bullet ants at Lima Airport, highlighting illegal wildlife trafficking issues.

Week in wildlife in pictures: washed-up turtles, chilled pandas and a disgruntled honey badger

Animals impacted by flooding and conservation efforts are highlighted, showcasing the resilience of wildlife and the importance of rehabilitation and protection.

Man caught trying to smuggle hundreds of tarantulas on a plane

A South Korean man was arrested at Lima's airport for attempting to smuggle endangered wildlife, including hundreds of tarantulas and other species.

A baby monkey went viral after she was found during a traffic stop. The full story isn't so cute

Wildlife trafficking, exacerbated by social media, poses a significant threat to animals, such as the baby monkey found during a traffic stop.

It shouldn't be that easy': inside the illegal wildlife trade booming on social media

Social media is facilitating a significant increase in wildlife trafficking, endangering many species due to its accessibility and anonymity.

UK export of millions of endangered eels to Russia attacked as bonkers'

The export of critically endangered eels from the UK to Russia raises serious conservation concerns amid declining populations.

Man Hiding Tarantulas, Centipedes and Ants Is Stopped From Boarding Flight

A man attempted to smuggle 320 tarantulas, 110 centipedes, and 9 bullet ants at Lima Airport, highlighting illegal wildlife trafficking issues.

Week in wildlife in pictures: washed-up turtles, chilled pandas and a disgruntled honey badger

Animals impacted by flooding and conservation efforts are highlighted, showcasing the resilience of wildlife and the importance of rehabilitation and protection.

Man caught trying to smuggle hundreds of tarantulas on a plane

A South Korean man was arrested at Lima's airport for attempting to smuggle endangered wildlife, including hundreds of tarantulas and other species.

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Baby monkey, cannabis found in Rolls Royce during California traffic stop. Driver arrested

A Rolls Royce driver was arrested for DUI and possession of cannabis while also illegally transporting a baby spider monkey.

The US Has a Cloned Sheep Contraband Problem

Arthur Schubarth was sentenced to prison for cloning and trafficking a rare sheep species, revealing significant legal and ecological concerns.

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Rats trained to sniff out smuggled rhino horn and pangolin scales

Rats trained to identify wildlife contraband are proving valuable in combating illegal trafficking, potentially alongside traditional methods using dogs.

Box turtles. Coral. These illegally trafficked animals still need a good home

Wildlife trafficking is a lucrative and significant global crime, requiring specialized care for seized animals with unclear origins.

Wildlife smugglers 'freer to offend' after police cuts

Criminal gangs may find it easier to smuggle endangered species and illegal wildlife products into the UK due to cutbacks in the Metropolitan Police's wildlife crime unit.

Rancher Gets 6 Months in Prison for Scheme to Create Giant Sheep Hybrid

An 81-year-old rancher was sentenced to prison for illegally creating hybrid sheep from protected wildlife parts.

Woman pleads guilty over attempt to smuggle turtles by kayak into Canada

A woman pleaded guilty to smuggling eastern box turtles across the Canadian border, highlighting the ongoing issue of wildlife trafficking.

Woman Who Tried to Smuggle 29 Turtles Wrapped in Socks Pleads Guilty

A woman attempted to smuggle protected turtles across the border, highlighting wildlife trafficking issues.

Rats trained to sniff out smuggled rhino horn and pangolin scales

Rats trained to identify wildlife contraband are proving valuable in combating illegal trafficking, potentially alongside traditional methods using dogs.

Box turtles. Coral. These illegally trafficked animals still need a good home

Wildlife trafficking is a lucrative and significant global crime, requiring specialized care for seized animals with unclear origins.

Wildlife smugglers 'freer to offend' after police cuts

Criminal gangs may find it easier to smuggle endangered species and illegal wildlife products into the UK due to cutbacks in the Metropolitan Police's wildlife crime unit.

Rancher Gets 6 Months in Prison for Scheme to Create Giant Sheep Hybrid

An 81-year-old rancher was sentenced to prison for illegally creating hybrid sheep from protected wildlife parts.

Woman pleads guilty over attempt to smuggle turtles by kayak into Canada

A woman pleaded guilty to smuggling eastern box turtles across the Canadian border, highlighting the ongoing issue of wildlife trafficking.

Woman Who Tried to Smuggle 29 Turtles Wrapped in Socks Pleads Guilty

A woman attempted to smuggle protected turtles across the border, highlighting wildlife trafficking issues.

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Chinese woman facing charge of trying to smuggle turtles across Vermont lake to Canada

Attempting to smuggle protected species across borders poses serious legal consequences.

Woman attempted to kayak to Canada with bag full of protected turtles

A woman has pleaded guilty to attempting to smuggle 29 turtles worth over $40,000 into Canada using an inflatable kayak.

Chinese woman facing charge of trying to smuggle turtles across Vermont lake to Canada

Attempting to smuggle protected species across borders poses serious legal consequences.

Woman attempted to kayak to Canada with bag full of protected turtles

A woman has pleaded guilty to attempting to smuggle 29 turtles worth over $40,000 into Canada using an inflatable kayak.

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Montana man to be sentenced for cloning giant sheep to breed large sheep for captive trophy hunts

An 81-year-old man faces sentencing for illegally cloning sheep for trophy hunting, but prosecutors are not seeking prison time.

Turtle skulls and elephant toenails are among thousands of items seized at LAX mail facility

Illegal wildlife products seized at Los Angeles International Airport's mail facility highlight the rampant issue of wildlife trafficking.

Unlikely Wild Animals Are Being Smuggled Into U.S. Ports: Corals

Marine life traffickers illegally extract corals from reefs, hiding them among legal shipments, contributing to global coral endangerment.

Coral is the third-most confiscated wildlife globally, comprising 14.6% of seizures, with the U.S. being a significant part of this trade.

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In Suriname, a shadowy hunt for traffickers selling jaguar parts to China

Man Who Killed Hundreds of Eagles and Hawks Gets Nearly 4 Years in Prison

In Suriname, a shadowy hunt for traffickers selling jaguar parts to China

Man Who Killed Hundreds of Eagles and Hawks Gets Nearly 4 Years in Prison

A baby monkey went viral after she was found during a traffic stop. The full story isn't so cute

It shouldn't be that easy': inside the illegal wildlife trade booming on social media

UK export of millions of endangered eels to Russia attacked as bonkers'

Man Hiding Tarantulas, Centipedes and Ants Is Stopped From Boarding Flight

Week in wildlife in pictures: washed-up turtles, chilled pandas and a disgruntled honey badger

Man caught trying to smuggle hundreds of tarantulas on a plane

A baby monkey went viral after she was found during a traffic stop. The full story isn't so cute

It shouldn't be that easy': inside the illegal wildlife trade booming on social media

UK export of millions of endangered eels to Russia attacked as bonkers'

Man Hiding Tarantulas, Centipedes and Ants Is Stopped From Boarding Flight

Week in wildlife in pictures: washed-up turtles, chilled pandas and a disgruntled honey badger

Man caught trying to smuggle hundreds of tarantulas on a plane

Baby monkey, cannabis found in Rolls Royce during California traffic stop. Driver arrested

The US Has a Cloned Sheep Contraband Problem

Rats trained to sniff out smuggled rhino horn and pangolin scales

Box turtles. Coral. These illegally trafficked animals still need a good home

Wildlife smugglers 'freer to offend' after police cuts

Rancher Gets 6 Months in Prison for Scheme to Create Giant Sheep Hybrid

Woman pleads guilty over attempt to smuggle turtles by kayak into Canada

Woman Who Tried to Smuggle 29 Turtles Wrapped in Socks Pleads Guilty

Rats trained to sniff out smuggled rhino horn and pangolin scales

Box turtles. Coral. These illegally trafficked animals still need a good home

Wildlife smugglers 'freer to offend' after police cuts

Rancher Gets 6 Months in Prison for Scheme to Create Giant Sheep Hybrid

Woman pleads guilty over attempt to smuggle turtles by kayak into Canada

Woman Who Tried to Smuggle 29 Turtles Wrapped in Socks Pleads Guilty

Chinese woman facing charge of trying to smuggle turtles across Vermont lake to Canada

Woman attempted to kayak to Canada with bag full of protected turtles

Chinese woman facing charge of trying to smuggle turtles across Vermont lake to Canada

Woman attempted to kayak to Canada with bag full of protected turtles

Montana man to be sentenced for cloning giant sheep to breed large sheep for captive trophy hunts

Turtle skulls and elephant toenails are among thousands of items seized at LAX mail facility

Unlikely Wild Animals Are Being Smuggled Into U.S. Ports: Corals

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