Badgers, rare birds, pangolins and monkeys are sold in the wildlife markets of Mongla, a remote town on the border with China. Picture: LIGHTROCKET VIA GETTY IMAGES/BEN DAVIES
How do we protect conservation and wildlife resources when we are battling to protect our own existence? Like all other industries, we are compelled to explore alternative options as we fight not only for the survival of our industry, but also the work ploughed into preserving our wildlife and ecosystems, while sustaining the efforts of communities.
Without the income received from guests, the operations of these properties are seriously compromised. Poaching for the pot is bad enough for wildlife, but the real risk is poaching for greed through sophisticated and specialised syndicates.
Hungry people will kill to eat. Wait until they turn to cannibalism. History repeats itself remember.
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