Endangered animals

Over the past decade, rhino poaching has soared, entirely driven by demand for their horn, which is believed by some people to have medical qualities - even though it’s only keratin, the same substance as our fingernails.

African elephants are also vulnerable to poaching for their tusks. Although there is an international ivory ban, huge amounts of ivory are being smuggled to Asia.

Changing consumer behaviour: Persuading consumers to make informed choices when buying wildlife-based products.

Another factor that affects wildlife, is the growth of palm oil industry which has caused the loss of habitat of threatened and endangered species.

https://wwf.exposure.co/indonesia-responsible-palm-oil-production
- a good read and refreshing to see how smallholders farmers can grow sustainably and with environmental consideration.