Thursday, March 14, 2013

Lab bids to combat species smuggling


The latest forensic science is being harnessed in a bid to combat the international crime gangs killing and smuggling endangered species.

A new laboratory in the Thai capital Bangkok, equipped to gather DNA from elephant tusk, rhino horn and tiger skin, is on the front line in an increasingly desperate effort.

The move comes as wildlife trading moves into the major league of lucrative international criminal activities including the trafficking of drugs and weapons.

See full Article: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-21618345