Genetic evidence could prove key in halting the illegal slaughter of Africa's elephants for their ivory tusks
Wasser and his colleagues, using the new genetic tests, are working closely with Interpol and other enforcement agencies to trace how the ivory moves from an elephant's jaw to a Chinese desk. "Seizing the ivory doesn't save the elephants," Wasser says. "We need to shut the market down and keep the ivory in Africa."
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Add CommentI thoroughly enjoyed your article and would like to use it to educate my class. I would love to use this in a quiz. Do I have your permission, and do you have any ideas or input?
Reply | Report Abuse | Link to thisA very informative article.Same is the story of INDIAN ELEPHANTS.Less and less tuskers are being seen inthe forests of INDIA.
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