Malaika Vas and Manta Ray Trafficking

Malaika Vas, a National Geographic explorer, goes undercover to investigate the illegal trade of manta rays. Her journey takes her from India to China, where she uncovers a global network of wildlife trafficking. Despite the dangers, she exposes the trade's impact on endangered species and highlights the need for global cooperation to combat wildlife trafficking.

What was Malaika Vas investigating in East Asia?

• Poaching of elephants

• Illegal fishing

• Seafood smuggling

• Deforestation

Why did Malaika Vas have a special interest in manta rays?

• She had a memorable encounter with them

• They are known for their medicinal properties

• They are easy to film

• They are the most endangered species

What did Malaika discover about the manta rays in the local seafood market?

• They were being used for scientific research

• They were being traded illegally

• They were being used for traditional medicine

• They were being sold as a delicacy

What was the role of insurgents in the manta ray trade?

• They were protecting the manta rays

• They were against the trade

• They were using the trade to fund their activities

• They were unaware of the trade

Why did Malaika decide to go undercover in China?

• To film a documentary

• To explore new business opportunities

• To meet with government officials

• To understand the demand for manta rays

What did Malaika learn about the use of manta rays in traditional Chinese medicine?

• Their use is a recent fabrication

• They are banned in traditional medicine

• They are used for spiritual rituals

• They are a staple ingredient

What was the kingpin's attitude towards the extinction of manta rays?

• He was indifferent as long as they were profitable

• He believed it was inevitable

• He was concerned about it

• He was actively working to prevent it

How did Malaika manage to escape from the kingpin's suspicion?

• She convinced the kingpin of her identity

• She called for police assistance

• She used a fake emergency call

• She bribed the kingpin

What realization did Malaika have about the global nature of wildlife trafficking?

• It is limited to Asia

• It requires international cooperation to tackle

• It is declining rapidly

• It is primarily a local issue

What impact did the documentary about manta rays have?

• It led to stricter fishing regulations

• It raised awareness and led to confiscation of illegal shipments

• It was banned in several countries

• It had no significant impact