Crime scene of the wild, unveiling the national Wildlife forensics lab

The video introduces a unique wildlife crime lab in Ashland, OR, led by Ken Goddard. The lab functions like a police crime lab but focuses on non-human animals, supporting wildlife laws like the Endangered Species Act. The lab tackles the massive illicit wildlife trade, valued at billions annually. Key personnel include Dr. Becky Kagan, a veterinary pathologist, Johnny French, who manages a vast specimen collection, Dr. Mary Curtis, leading genetics, and Dr. Pepper Trail, an ornithologist. Each plays a crucial role in analyzing evidence to combat wildlife crime. The lab's work is vital in bringing wildlife criminals to justice, despite the challenges and emotional toll.

What is the primary function of the laboratory mentioned in the text?

Who is the director of the laboratory?

What is the significance of the Endangered Species Act in the context of the laboratory's work?

Describe the process used to prepare animal specimens for examination in the lab.

What role does the genetics team play in the laboratory's operations?