global agreements for endergered species Flashcards
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CITES
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convention on international trade in endangered species of wild fauna and flora
- controls international trade (permits for imports and export)
- voluntary for countries to participate
2
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why is CITES important?
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- only international agreement that have the legislation right to go aganst countries that violates it
3
Q
how does it work?
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- is trades are monitored to see if they are sustainable
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