Illegal poaching

Definition

Illegal poaching refers to the illegal hunting, capturing, or killing of wildlife, usually for commercial purposes. It involves the exploitation of protected species and can have severe ecological consequences.

Analogy

Imagine illegal poaching as a group of people sneaking into a museum at night and stealing valuable artifacts. Just like these artifacts are important for cultural heritage, wildlife plays a crucial role in maintaining ecosystems, and illegal poaching disrupts this balance.

Related terms

Bushmeat: The meat from wild animals hunted in tropical forests, often illegally.

Trophy hunting: The legal or illegal practice of hunting wild animals for their body parts (such as heads or skins) as trophies.

Wildlife crime: A broad term that encompasses various illegal activities related to wildlife, including trafficking, smuggling, and trade in endangered species.