Online Wildlife Trafficking Claims: What’s Verified?
A campaign raises concerns about wildlife trafficking online. Here is what the linked sources establish—and why viral figures need an underlying study.
Miami Airport Bird-Smuggling Case: Cuban Man Charged
A traveler arriving at Miami International Airport from Havana was arrested after U.S. federal agents discovered 10 live birds concealed in plastic containers sewn into his underwear. The arrest triggered federal charges and points to biosecurity concerns around undeclared live
Unprotected Treasure: 90% of Traded Reptile Species, Including New Caledonia’s Giant Geckos, Lack International Protection
Social media platforms fuel demand for New Caledonia’s extraordinary geckos, driving wild populations toward local extinctions. Wildlife traffickers target these endemic reptiles—some fetching €3,000
Tiger Trade Through Fishing Boats: Poaching Critically Endangered Malayan Tigers Between Malaysia and Vietnam
Tigers and trawlers make for an unlikely combination, but recent research exposes how commercial fishing vessels have become pivotal enablers in the disappearing crisis
Hong Kong Customs Seizes 42 Endangered Lizards Worth $210,000 Hidden in Dehumidifiers
In a significant wildlife smuggling bust, Hong Kong Customs officials intercepted 42 endangered live lizards at Hong Kong International Airport on March 4, 2025. The reptiles, with an estimated market value of
Govind Tekale
AI Tackles Wildlife Trafficking: 360,000 Images Screened, 7,853 Illegal Ads Removed
The International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) and Baidu unveiled AI Guardian of Endangered Species 2.0 today, expanding their technological arsenal against illegal wildlife trade. This AI-powered system identifies 34 commonly traded
Rahul Somvanshi
All Elephant Species on the Brink: Just Under 500,000 Elephants Remain—What’s Driving This Crisis?
The three existing elephant species are on the path to extinction, with just under 500,000 remaining, due to habitat loss, illegal ivory trafficking, and conflicts with local communities, with the global population
UCLA Scientists Map the $20 Billion Global Pangolin Trade, Offering New Study for Endangered Species
The study from UCLA scientists and colleagues employs genomics to identify poaching hotspots and trading routes of the endangered white-bellied pangolin. Published in the journal “Science” on December 14, 2023, this research
Bilal Bhutto
Karmactive StaffPangolins in the Spotlight: USA Challenges China’s Trade Practices Amidst Global Conservation Concerns
The U.S. Department of the Interior has sounded the alarm on China’s relentless pangolin trade, echoing the cries of conservationists worldwide. China’s actions cast a shadow over our shared commitment to safeguarding
Illegal Pet Trade Discovery at Chennai Airport: Endangered Blue Iguanas Among Seized Exotics!
In a significant operation, Indian Customs officials at Chennai Airport intercepted a passenger arriving from Bangkok, uncovering a trove of rare and exotic wildlife. The seizure included: The discovery of these animals