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Ivory Poaching started during the late 1800's. before the start of ivory poaching there were millions of elephants in the world in both Africa and India. But because of hunting for ivory, their numbers are greatly reduced. There are only a few thousand of these giants left in the wild in both Africa and India.
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Why is ivory poaching happening?
ivory is expensive
How can poaching of animals be checked?
Poaching of animals be checked in various ways. The best way is to discourage the trade of ivory which is the most common motive for poaching.
Where does an ivory statue come from?
An ivory statue is typically made from the tusks of elephants, which are poached for their ivory. This illegal poaching threatens the survival of elephant populations in the wild. It is important to discourage the trade of ivory products to protect these animals.
What role do you think education needs to play and lowering the demand for ivory?
The only way the demand for ivory can be lowered is to stop the poaching and people buying it.
Which of these is the main threat to the survival of elephant species?
There is a global demand for ivory.
How many elephants does it take to make a house of ivory?
Depends on the size of the house. Enough to get you in jail for life for poaching.
Are pianos with ivory keys collectibles?
yes becuase they are old. why? becuase ivory is elephant tusks (which they kill the elephants for) and killing elephants for their tusks (also called poaching) is illeagle now.
Where did Animal Poaching start?
Animal poaching has a long history and can be traced back to ancient times when it was done for sustenance or to demonstrate wealth and status. However, it became a significant issue during the colonization period in the 19th and 20th centuries when demand for exotic wildlife products, such as ivory and skins, increased in Europe and other parts of the world.
Why did hippos become endangered?
Hippopotamus have become endangered due to the loss of habitat and the illegally poaching for meat, and their ivory teeth.
What is the Artwork carved into ivory tusks called?
Artwork carved into ivory tusks is called ivory carving. These carvings can range from intricate designs and sculptures to decorative items like netsuke and okimono. Due to conservation concerns regarding ivory trade and the ethical implications of poaching, many countries have restricted or banned the sale of ivory products.
How is the ivory of the elephant useful?
it is NOT useful except for making trinkets an jewelry, this is one of the most abhorrent crimes (poaching ivory)that is going on today, so if there would not be a market for ivory this would not occur, many countries including Canada and the USA as well as many countries in Europe have put an absolute ban on ivory.
Is ivory valuable?
Yes, ivory is valuable. Its value is attributed to its color and carving capabilities. Now that poaching is being severely punished, its value has skyrocketed. Its value has also risen due to the declining elephant population.
