Southeast Asia's Wildlife Faces Crisis from Widespread Snaring
Intensive snare removal efforts show promise but require broader strategies to protect endangered species.
Overview
- Snaring in Southeast Asia's protected areas is a major threat to wildlife, with millions of snares set by hunters.
- Over 11 years, nearly 120,000 snares were removed from two reserves in Vietnam, reducing snaring by about 40%.
- Snare removal is labor-intensive and costly, with significant efforts needed to patrol and clear large areas.
- Despite successes, snare removal alone is insufficient; broader conservation strategies are essential.
- Efforts must address underlying causes of snaring, including demand for wild meat and socioeconomic factors.