Systematic review of the impact of restrictive wildlife trade measures on conservation of iconic species in southern Africa
Trade restrictions are often advocated and implemented as measures to protect wild species threatened by overexploitation. However, in some instances, their efficacy has been questioned, notably by governments in the southern African (SADC) region, which tend to favor a sustainable use approach to wildlife management. We conducted a systematic review of published literature guided by the PRISMA process to examine the effectiveness of trade restrictions and directly related control measures in addressing threats to species conservation in the SADC region, with a focus on elephants (Loxodonta sp.), rhinoceroses (Ceratotherium simum, Diceros bicornis), lions (Panthera leo), and pangolins (Manis sp.).
Hiller, C., & ’t Sas-Rolfes, M. (2024). Systematic review of the impact of restrictive wildlife trade measures on conservation of iconic species in southern Africa. Conservation Biology, e14262. https://doi.org/10.1111/cobi.14262
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Mr Michael 't Sas-Rolfes
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Christina Hiller
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