Illegal Wildlife Trafficking and Confiscation in the U.S.

A criminal investigator in Los Angeles discovered box turtles being illegally exported to Asia. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is working to provide specialized care and find long-term homes for these confiscated animals. The illegal wildlife trade is a booming sector worth billions annually, causing harm to nature and risking public health. Efforts are being made to establish a network to assist in the placement of confiscated animals.