Ivory contributions Flashcards
1
Q
When was the global ban on ivory introduced by CITES?
A
1990
2
Q
What factors have contributed to trade in ivory?
A
Rising affluence - extravagant carvings to prove their worth.
Internet - makes it easier to trade across borders
Mammoth Ivory legal
Organised crime
3
Q
How much was 1kg of elephant ivory worth in 2007?
A
$850
4
Q
What is the combined weight of African elephant tusks?
A
80kg
5
Q
Why is the ivory ban not well enforced in Africa?
A
Little aid for law enforcement and civil strife.
