Articles for tag: poaching

The Exotic Pet Trade: How Demand for Wild Animals Fuels Global Poaching

The Exotic Pet Trade: How Demand for Wild Animals Fuels Global Poaching

Annette Uy

Can you imagine waking up to the chatter of a bright green parrot in your living room, or the silent, mysterious gaze of a slow loris perched quietly on your nightstand? The idea of owning exotic pets—animals plucked from the wild, bursting with color and personality—has captured the imaginations of people around the world. But ...

African wild elephant family with a large elephant in the grass

Using AI to Fight Poaching and Protect Wildlife

Annette Uy

Wildlife poaching remains one of the most pressing threats to biodiversity, pushing iconic species like elephants, rhinos, and tigers closer to extinction. Driven by demand for tusks, horns, and pelts, poaching disrupts ecosystems, undermines local economies, and threatens global conservation efforts. However, with advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI), there is new hope. AI is proving ...