Decline in Species Abundance Due to Trade

According to a recent study published in the journal Nature Ecology and Evolution, contemporary International wildlife trade is causing declines of over 60% in the abundance of species on the planet, and scientists call for more research on the impacts of this severe threat across the world.

Key Findings

  • The scientists found that wildlife trade is causing declines of around 62% in the abundance of species, with endangered species suffering losses of over 80%.
  • Although there are policies managing trade, the study has warned that without enough research on the effects of wildlife trade these policies cannot claim to safeguard species. ....
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