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In Africa, we have the bush meat trade, which means that…

“In Africa, we have the bush meat trade, which means that, on a very large scale, animals are being killed in the forests and sold in the cities as a luxury food.” quote by Frans de Waal
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“In Africa, we have the bush meat trade, which means that, on a very large scale, animals are being killed in the forests and sold in the cities as a luxury food.”

Frans de Waal

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The bush meat trade in Africa leads to massive wildlife loss, turning animal flesh into a luxury commodity for urban markets.

In simple terms: Wildlife is killed for luxury food trade.

Key Takeaway

Address unsustainable consumption.

Themes

conservation ethics trade

Mood

concerned urgent

Type

environmental ethical

When to use this quote

  • deforestation
  • urban demand
  • illegal markets
  • policy reform

Key Concepts

ecology economics animal rights

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can consumer choices affect wildlife?
  • What policies could curb luxury meat demand?
A Different Perspective

Economic incentives drive the trade.

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