Survival or Extinction? - How to Save Elephants and Rhinos (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2019)

Written with passion for anyone interested in seeing an end to the illegal trade in elephant ivory and rhino horn, this book shows how, by working together, people all over the world who care about these animals are gradually bringing about change for the better. It takes an overview of how the current situation came to pass by exploring poaching and its devastating consequences and the pivotal role of organized crime. The discussion of how matters are starting to improve covers the investigation and monitoring of ivory markets, sustainable uses and the key role of local communities.Enforcement of the law is vital in this story. Enter the enforcers, the technology they use to defeat the poachers and the evidence they require to prosecute offenders. Cases, some deeply shocking, are included, as well as a number of fascinating case studies, while the exploits of organized crime gangs make lively, as well as disturbing reading. Throughout the message is clear. We can and must save these animals from extinction.

General

Imprint:	Springer Nature Switzerland AG
Country of origin:	Switzerland
Release date:	May 2019
First published:	2019
Authors:	Bridget Martin
Dimensions:	235 x 155 x 36mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	582
Edition:	1st ed. 2019
ISBN-13:	978-3-03-013292-7
Categories:	Books > Professional & Technical > Veterinary science > General Books > Law > International law > Public international law > International environmental law Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences > Life sciences: general issues > Bio-ethics Books > Earth & environment > The environment > Applied ecology > Biodiversity Books > Earth & environment > The environment > Conservation of the environment > Conservation of wildlife & habitats > General
LSN:	3-03-013292-7
Barcode:	9783030132927

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