Born in captivity or stolen from the wild: How exotic animals become pets in Europe
Every year, birds, reptiles and thousands more exotic animals are brought into the European Union. The vast majority of them end up with animal enthusiasts and collectors, who keep them as pets. But this trade comes with many problems. One major concern is wildlife trafficking of endangered species.
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