Illegal trade in pangolin thrives despite 2017 global ban, according to investigative report that blames demand in China and huge profits on the black market

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Illegal trade in pangolin thrives despite 2017 global ban, according to investigative report that blames demand in China and huge profits on the black market

By ADMCF | HK Wildlife Trade Working Group, Wildlife Trade | 25 September, 2019 | 0

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Illegal trade in pangolin thrives despite 2017 global ban, according to investigative report that blames demand in China and huge profits on the black market

Reporters follow illegal trade from West African bushmeat markets, to middlemen in Asia, and finally to mainland China. Investigations found astounding profit margins: Scales bought for US$5 per kilogram in Nigeria can be resold for up to US$1,000 in China

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Published by: SCMP on September 25, 2019

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