Federal wildlife officials are teaming up with a conservation nonprofit to raise awareness about wildlife trafficking in an attempt to decrease demand for endangered species and related products in the United States.
An awareness campaign kicks off Wednesday and aims to educate American travelers about the negative effects of wildlife trafficking, the extent of the United States’ role in this illegal trade and how some travelers may be unwitting participants.
“The idea here is to make a concerted effort to reach consumers and get them to understand the impact that their behavior has on wildlife,” U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services spokesman Gavin Shire said.
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