Cambodia environment ministry warns of rise in online illegal wildlife trade

The environment ministry has reminded the public that whether conducted online or in person, the trade in endangered wildlife is illegal. - Environment Ministry via PPP/ANN

PHNOM PENH: The Ministry of Environment has called for an immediate end to social media posts featuring wildlife and rare plants, whether for sale or to attract attention.

Ministry spokesman Khvay Atitya described how some individuals use social media to trade in protected wildlife, while others use rare animals to draw more viewers and generate “clicks”.