S4 E14: A Beautiful Tortoise Falls Victim to the Illegal Pet Trade
Jun 27, 2024 ·
5m 8s
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Turtles and tortoises are facing extinction like few other species groups. Nearly half of the 300+ species are at risk. The international pet trade is a major reason why. WCS’s...
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Turtles and tortoises are facing extinction like few other species groups. Nearly half of the 300+ species are at risk. The international pet trade is a major reason why. WCS’s Bronx Zoo, as a member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, is working to tackle the problem and the case of the radiated tortoise is a good example.
Reporting: Dan Rosen
Guests: Kevin Torregrosa, Dr. Susie Bartlett
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Reporting: Dan Rosen
Guests: Kevin Torregrosa, Dr. Susie Bartlett
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Author | Wildlife Conservation Society |
Organization | Hannah Kaplan |
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