Michelle York+FollowWildlife Smugglers, Meet Your MatchScientists are using a century-old technique called stable isotope analysis to bust wildlife traffickers! By analyzing turtle claws, they can tell if a reptile was snatched from the wild or raised in captivity. This means no more ‘I swear it’s legal!’ excuses from smugglers. With more accurate convictions, we could see a real dent in the illegal wildlife trade—and help protect ecosystems from invasive species. Science for the win! #Science #WildlifeTrafficking #ScienceWins30Share
Daniel Barajas+FollowCustoms Bust: Lion Cub & Monkeys in Trunk?!You won’t believe what Nigerian customs found during a routine traffic stop—a lion cub and two monkeys stuffed in a car, all set to be smuggled across the border! The suspects admitted they bought the animals and were planning to sneak them into Benin. Wildlife trafficking is a huge deal—it messes with ecosystems, spreads disease, and even funds organized crime. Luckily, these animals are now safe with a rescue group. Wild, right? #Pets #WildlifeTrafficking #CustomsBust243Share
