Wild assumptions? Questioning simplistic narratives about consumer preferences for wildlife products
With increasing attention being paid to the growing challenges associated with the illegal wildlife trade, it is vital that we do not jump to inappropriate conclusions on the best way to address it—this includes avoiding simplistic assessments of the conservation impacts of wildlife farming.
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Hinsley, A, 't Sas‐Rolfes, M. Wild assumptions? Questioning simplistic narratives about consumer preferences for wildlife products. People Nat. 2020; 00: 1– 8. https://doi.org/10.1002/pan3.10099
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Mr Michael 't Sas-Rolfes
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Amy Hinsley
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