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Illegal Wildlife Trade

The illegal wildlife trade is one of the greatest threats to elephants today. Driven by demand for ivory and other wildlife products, this transnational crime fuels the decline of elephant populations, undermines law enforcement, and destabilises communities.

The Elephant Resource Centre aims to bring together current information and statistics to support efforts in understanding and combating this complex issue. On this page, you will find access to key literature, trade statistics, policy documents, and educational resources related to elephant product trafficking.

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Key Reports & Intelligence on the Elephant Trade

This page brings together key reports and intelligence from leading international organisations working to combat illegal wildlife trade and protect elephants. All publications remain the intellectual property of their respective organisations and authors. They are referenced or shared here for educational and informational purposes in support of elephant conservation and research.

Publications by Organisation
 

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TRAFFIC

TRAFFIC is a network focused on the trade of wild species, producing key analysis on the ivory trade and wildlife trafficking

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Wildlife Justice Commission

The WJC is an intelligence-led NGO conducting detailed investigations into transnational organised wildlife crime

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CITES

CITES regulates international trade in endangered species, including elephants

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UNODC

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime conducts global analysis of organised wildlife crime

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