Exposing Gaps in Wildlife Trade: 30,000 Species Traded in the U.S. Without Global Oversight

An international study which involved the University of Adelaide, has uncovered troubling insights into the world of wildlife trade. 

The study was led by the University of Hong Kong with the research revealing that over 30,000 wild species have been traded within the U.S alone, and over half from the wild. This data has highlighted significant gaps in Global Wildlife Trade regulations, emphasising the need for stronger protections for species, and a call to action to reduce risk to biodiversity. 

Professor Phill Cassey, Director of the University of Adelaide's Wildlife Crime Research Hub, and Environment Institute member emphasised the need for more comprehensive monitoring and data sharing. He highlighted that without consistent global data, it’s impossible to assess the true sustainability of wildlife trade. Cassey’s ongoing research aims to push for better law reforms and global cooperation to ensure wildlife is traded sustainably and ethically.

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The study can be read here.