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An , has uncovered troubling insights into the world of wildlife trade.Ìý

The study was led by the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ of Hong Kong with the research revealing that over 30,000 wild species have been traded within the U.S alone, and over half from the wild. This data has highlighted significant gaps in Global Wildlife Trade regulations, emphasising the need for stronger protections for species, and a call to action to reduce risk to biodiversity.Ìý

,ÌýDirector of the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ of Adelaide's Wildlife Crime Research Hub, and Environment Institute member emphasised the need for more comprehensive monitoring and data sharing. He highlighted that without consistent global data, it’s impossible to assess the true sustainability of wildlife trade. Cassey’s ongoing research aims to push for better law reforms and global cooperation to ensure wildlife is traded sustainably and ethically.

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