Inside the complicated world of online wildlife trafficking
by Mary Catherine O’Connor from on (#G861)
You've heard of Cecil's dentist killer, but for many other lions, elephants, rhinos and tens of thousands of other exotic animals, internet marketplaces like eBay and Craigslist are the biggest threat
If you live in the continental US, have $4,850 and an internet connection, this large, full-body, mounted African lion, with a shaggy red mane, can be yours.
"This is a fantastic buy for someone who wants a good Lion," the eBay ad reads. "This mount will make an awesome decoration in any home, office, hunting lodge, lake house, lodge homes, cabin, bar, etc."
Continue reading...