DNA analysis of elephant ivory reveals trafficking networks
WASHINGTON (AP) — As few as three major criminal groups are responsible for smuggling...
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WASHINGTON (AP) — As few as three major criminal groups are responsible for smuggling...
WASHINGTON (AP) — As few as three major criminal groups are responsible for smuggling the vast majority of elephant ivory tusks out of Africa, according to a new study. Researchers used analysis of DNA from seized elephant tusks and evidence such as phone records, license plates, financial records and shipping documents to map trafficking operations across the continent and better understand who was behind the crimes.
WASHINGTON (AP) — As few as three major criminal groups are responsible for smuggling...
As few as three major criminal groups are responsible for smuggling the vast majority of elephant ivory tusks out of Africa, according to a new study.
Researchers used analysis of DNA from seized elephant tusks to combat poaching.