New report reveals sharp rise in online sale of primates on social media in US
A new report highlights a significant increase in the online sale of primates on social media platforms in the US. Over 1,600 primates were found listed for sale, raising concerns about wildlife trafficking and animal welfare. Experts emphasize the need for stronger enforcement and policy measures to combat this growing issue.
- ▪The report identified more than 1,600 primates listed for sale on platforms like Facebook and TikTok over a six-week period.
- ▪Sellers often disguised commercial transactions as rescue efforts, allowing listings to evade detection.
- ▪About 60% of the world's primate species are threatened with extinction, largely due to habitat loss and illegal trafficking.
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A capuchin monkey sits in a tree at the Machia Park, in Villa Tunari, Bolivia, on 16 August 2025. Photograph: Agustín Marcarian/ReutersView image in fullscreenA capuchin monkey sits in a tree at the Machia Park, in Villa Tunari, Bolivia, on 16 August 2025. Photograph: Agustín Marcarian/ReutersAnimalsNew report reveals sharp rise in online sale of primates on social media in USResearchers found over 1,600 primates listed for sale on Facebook, TikTok and more over a six-week period in 2025Marina DunbarTue 19 May 2026 06.00 EDTLast modified on Tue 19 May 2026 06.01 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleA new report from leading wildlife and conservation organizations has revealed a sharp rise in the online sale of primates across major social media platforms in the US, raising concerns about…
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