×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Read Offline Anywhere
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download Now

Pangolin trafficking increase by 400 percent, Kenya marked as critical exit point

Pangolin is believed to be the most trafficked animal in the world.

A report has revealed that pangolin scales seized globally increased by nearly 400 per cent in the last five years, with more than 323 tonnes of product seized during the period.

The report titled ‘Tipping the Scales’ was released this month and lists Kenya among critical exit points for pangolin products. Nigeria and Cameroon top the list.

Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week
Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimized reading experience
  • Weekly Newsletters
  • MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted
Already a subscriber? Log in

Related Topics

African pangolins