Lola Korneevets
Lola Korneevets works as a Registered Agent at Sage New Media located in California, USA. She loves animals and works as an Animal rights activist. Her main motive is to protect the animals from testing and abusing them. She believes that animals
Illegal wildlife trade targets a wide range of species, including endangered and rare animals and plants. The relentless exploitation of these species leads to a loss of biodiversity, as populations decline or become locally extinct. Biodiversity loss disrupts the intricate web of interactions between species, affecting
Many wildlife species play crucial roles in maintaining the balance of their ecosystems. For instance, predators help control prey populations, herbivores influence plant growth and distribution, and pollinators facilitate plant reproduction. The removal or decline of these key species due to illegal trade can trigger a domino effect,
Illegal wildlife trade often involves the destruction of natural habitats to capture or harvest targeted species. Poachers and traffickers may encroach on protected areas, forests, and wildlife reserves, leading to habitat destruction and fragmentation. This loss of habitatthreatensthesurvivalof notonlythetargetedspeciesbut
The illegal trade of live animals, particularly exotic pets, can introduce non-native species to new environments. These introduced species may outcompete native species, disrupt natural food chains, and alter ecosystem dynamics. Additionally, the trade can contribute to the spread of
zoonotic diseases, leading to
Many countries rely on wildlife-based tourism as a significant source of income and employment. The illegal wildlife trade can negatively impact ecotourism by reducing the number of iconic species available for visitors.
Declines in wildlife populations may result in reduced tourism revenue,
