poaching

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They also warned that the measure risks spiking eel prices and leading to "increased malicious poaching and smuggling".

From Barron's

But today the sites are threatened with becoming engulfed by illegal activity: poaching, logging, and drug and human trafficking.

From Los Angeles Times

But poaching and the destruction of their habitat has left their population classified as vulnerable.

From Washington Post

Platinum Rhino has bred the beasts with the aim of being able to replenish wild populations weakened by poaching.

From Washington Times

Authorities have said there is an increasing demand for pet turtles in many areas around the world, and that demand is fueling an increase in turtle poaching.

From Seattle Times