Spear Talk Andrea Crosta
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Apr 21, 2022 Andrea Crosta, founder of Earth League International and featured in the documentaries "Sea of Shadows" and "The Ivory Game," dives into the urgent battle against wildlife trafficking. He reveals how this crime intertwines with drug and human trafficking. The plight of the vaquita, the rarest marine mammal, takes center stage, alongside discussions on funding and raising awareness for conservation. Crosta emphasizes inspiring future generations and the emotional toll on conservationists while outlining the complexities of their crucial work.
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Criminals Adapt
- Criminal operations are adaptable and resilient to global crises.
- Fundraising for wildlife protection becomes challenging during these times.
Trafficking Convergence
- Animal trafficking is linked to larger criminal enterprises like drug and human smuggling.
- News articles are raising awareness about this connection.
Ghosts Orchestrate Crime
- Top environmental criminals deal in various commodities, including wildlife, drugs, and people.
- Focusing on low-level poachers is ineffective; target the "ghosts" at the top.