Ivory Smuggling Fuelled By Chinese Market

The video investigates the illegal ivory trade, highlighting the role of undercover operations in exposing smuggling networks. It discusses the severe impact of poaching on elephant populations and the increasing demand for ivory in China. The video reveals how smuggled ivory enters China and is processed in workshops, despite claims of legality. It concludes by showing how ivory showrooms contribute to poaching incentives.

What does the smuggler reveal about his family's activities?

• They are involved in legal trade.

• They run an international smuggling operation.

• They are conservationists.

• They are unaware of the ivory trade.

What is the main reason for the increase in elephant poaching in Africa?

• Increased demand from Chinese customers.

• Lack of government intervention.

• Overpopulation of elephants.

• Natural causes.

How does smuggled ivory typically enter China?

• Directly from African governments.

• Through online marketplaces.

• Through legal trade agreements.

• Via teeming airports exploiting legal loopholes.

What do the workers in the ivory workshop reveal?

• They refuse to work with ivory.

• They only use legal ivory.

• They use smuggled tusks despite official claims.

• They are unaware of the source of the ivory.

What is the implication of every ivory ornament sold in China?

• It is made from synthetic materials.

• It is a symbol of peace.

• It represents a dead elephant and encourages more poaching.

• It supports elephant conservation.