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The Rhino Horn Trade: Everything You Need To Know
The illegal trade in rhino horn is a heated topic within conservation. Supporters and detractors of trade legalization can both find reputable research in support of their positions. As a result, there is a tendency to speak past one another, firmly convinced of the veracity of one’s own arguments, and unable to comprehend the reservations of the other side. This report was conceived as a foundation of shared knowledge for researchers, policymakers, and relevant stakeholders to understand the complex dynamics of the rhino horn trade, and to find areas of collective agreement where they can work together for the betterment of the species. While this report includes recommended policy options, its value as a repository of pertinent information on all critical dimensions of the rhino horn trade sets it apart from other research and should make it a useful resource whether or not one agrees with the conclusions.
Argue, Jacob. 2022. The Rhino Horn Trade: Everything You Need To Know. Thesis Submitted in Partial Fulfilment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Public Policy Sanford School of Public Policy Duke University.
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