Wildlife trafficking is considered the fourth largest illegal industry worldwide and is estimated to be worth up to $20 billion annually. This transnational crime is a multi-faceted threat fueling interconnected and negative impacts on:
- Global security
- Human health interests
- Environmental sustainability
International wildlife trafficking also feeds money laundering crimes that enable criminal organizations to generate revenue to facilitate other crimes tied to human trafficking, narcotics and more.
Businesses associated with wildlife trafficking crimes face detrimental impacts on business continuity, brand reputation and shareholder value. This report, developed with United for Wildlife, investigates trends, routes and red flags around international wildlife trafficking and offers insights on how collaborative efforts and private-public partnerships are making a difference in dismantling transnational trafficking rings.
