Asked by Hanna Jordan on Apr 27, 2024
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Which of the following statements is NOT true about the situation of illegal wildlife smuggling?
A) Poverty is a key reason that people in LDCs indulge in this activity.
B) Most poachers are not caught.
C) Black market demands soar when a species becomes endangered.
D) Exotic animals are safer now that they have more economic value since more money is available for managing them.e
LDCs
Least Developed Countries, nations with the lowest indicators of socioeconomic development, according to the United Nations.
Poachers
Individuals who illegally hunt, catch, or harvest wildlife or plants from land where they do not have the rights to do so, often leading to conservation issues.
Black Market
An illegal trade of goods or services, operating outside of legal systems, often involving contraband.
- Identify the main hazards to species, involving the demolition of habitats, the illicit trafficking of wildlife, and the introduction of foreign species.
Verified Answer
AN
Andrew NorcrossApr 30, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Exotic animals are not necessarily safer with more economic value. In fact, more economic value may drive illegal wildlife smuggling as poachers seek to capitalize on the demand and profit potential.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the main hazards to species, involving the demolition of habitats, the illicit trafficking of wildlife, and the introduction of foreign species.