On the trail of a cruel trade in Sarawak

Endangered wildlife such as these owls and eagles are being trapped from the forests in Sarawak and ended up being sold in shops dealing with animals. These animals also ended up as trophies in the homes of rich and powerful people. - Starpic by Stephen Then

MIRI: The wildlife trade is a widespread business in Sarawak.

It leaves a trail of cruelty starting from the forests where animals are trapped and hunted, to the longhouses, and on to markets in cities and towns, to certain “pet shops”, and to the homes of certain rich and powerful people.