UN report: Wildlife trafficking harms natural ecosystems


PETALING JAYA: Beyond the direct threat to animal and plant species, wildlife trafficking has broader environmental consequences that may cause disruptions to ecosystems and threats to the socioeconomic development of nations.

The far-reaching impacts that go beyond the conservation of individual species of fauna and flora can have profound implications on climate change mitigation, as natural ecosystems play a crucial role in regulating climate patterns.

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