Illegal Wildlife Trade

Illegal wildlife trade involves the illicit buying, selling, and transportation of animals and plants, often protected by law due to their rarity or ecological importance. This trade threatens species with extinction, damages ecosystems, and supports criminal networks. It includes activities like poaching, smuggling, and black-market sales of products such as ivory, rhino horn, exotic pets, and medicinal plants. Combating this illegal trade requires strict enforcement of conservation laws, international cooperation, and raising public awareness about the ecological and ethical impacts involved.