6.2.5.2. Poaching

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does poaching refer to?

   Hint

   Think about laws surrounding hunting.

2. 2.

   Name one product commonly associated with poaching.

   Hint

   Consider what animal products are sometimes sold illegally.

3. 3.

   What is poaching?

   • Legal hunting of game animals
   • Illegal hunting of endangered species
   • Hunting for sport

   Hint

   Is it legal or illegal hunting?

4. 4.

   True or False: All poaching is done for scientific research.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the motivations behind poaching.

5. 5.

   Imagine a region where poaching has been significantly reduced due to community action. Identify and explain possible strategies the community might use.

   Hint

   Consider both awareness programs and economic incentives.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the effectiveness of international bans on wildlife trade concerning poaching rates in various regions.

   Hint

   Think about whether laws without enforcement can make a real difference.