Asked by Mireille Mathieu Ebode Nkoudou on Jun 20, 2024
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Which ranking applies to illegal wildlife smuggling?
A) It is the world's second largest form of black-market commerce.
B) It is the world's third largest form of black-market commerce.
C) It is the world's fourth largest form of black-market commerce.
D) It is the world's fifth largest form of black-market commerce.
Illegal Wildlife Smuggling
The unlawful trade and transport of wild animals or plants, often threatening biodiversity and endangered species.
Black-Market Commerce
The illegal trade of goods and services, circumventing authorized channels, taxation, and regulatory oversight.
- Ascertain the significant threats to species, which comprise habitat devastation, illegal commerce in wildlife, and introducing species not native to the environment.
Verified Answer
AM
anupama maria sajanJun 22, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
According to various sources, including the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, illegal wildlife smuggling is the world's third largest form of black-market commerce, following drugs and human trafficking.
Learning Objectives
- Ascertain the significant threats to species, which comprise habitat devastation, illegal commerce in wildlife, and introducing species not native to the environment.