ACRES reports on Endangered Animals in Pet Shops
Reuters reports that The Animal Concerns Research and Education Society (Acres) undercover investigation of 100 Singapore pet shops had revealed the presence of endangered species such as the Chinese stripe-necked turtle, the Chinese softshell turtle, the Australian snake-necked turtle and the pig-nosed turtle.
Despite having strict regulations on animal trade, Singapore is a hub of illegal wildlife trade because its location and busy harbour and airport make it a good transshipment point.
In recent years, the AVA has confiscated hundreds of animals, including turtles, tortoises, snakes, lizards and rare birds such as the cockatoo.
Despite having strict regulations on animal trade, Singapore is a hub of illegal wildlife trade because its location and busy harbour and airport make it a good transshipment point.
In recent years, the AVA has confiscated hundreds of animals, including turtles, tortoises, snakes, lizards and rare birds such as the cockatoo.
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