Tiger Trafficking Surge Threatens Iconic Species

TRAFFICs report warns of a growing crisis in illegal wildlife trafficking, with authorities seizing an average of nine tigers every month over the past five years. Despite international protection, tiger trafficking is accelerating, with criminals increasingly targeting whole animals. Between 2000 and mid-2025, law enforcement recorded over 2,500 seizures involving at least 3,800 tigers. Most seizures occurred in tiger-habitat countries, but incidents were also reported in countries without wild tigers. The illegal trade has grown, reflecting better policing but also persistent criminal activity. A dramatic shift has occurred, with tiger parts making up only sixty percent of seized products since 2020, replaced by a spike in seizures of whole animal carcasses and live tigers. This ongoing illegal trade poses the greatest immediate threat to wild tigers. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.