Reflecting on Wildlife Trafficking

Abstract

The concluding chapter summarises the complicated nature of wildlife trafficking; from its pervasiveness, to its hidden nature; from the supply side, to the demand side; from the construction of victimhood, to the construction of offending; from the conflicting perspectives of those fighting against it, to the transnational collaborations. The book ends by reflecting upon what wildlife trafficking will look like in the coming years, particularly focusing on its nature and extent in a world where most economies are struggling, most nations are enmeshed in neo-liberal capitalist policies, and most societies are driven by a consumer culture.