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Wildlife Trafficking Surges in Mexico; Thousands Rescued

6/29/2025

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Wildlife trafficking in Mexico poses a grave threat to biodiversity, fueled by social media's role in illegal sales. A recent report revealed nearly 2,000 seizures from 2017 to 2022, affecting over 102,000 animals. In a heartening turn, authorities rescued 3,427 endangered freshwater turtle hatchlings, now receiving care and preparing for their return to the wild.

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Wildlife trafficking in Mexico poses a grave threat to biodiversity, fueled by social media's role in illegal sales. A recent report revealed nearly 2,000 seizures from 2017 to 2022, affecting over 102,000 animals. In a heartening turn, authorities rescued 3,427 endangered freshwater turtle hatchlings, now receiving care and preparing for their return to the wild.