The illegal wildlife trade
"A Victorian man has been fined $10,000 after more than 700 dead animals, including emus and echidnas, were found at his home and antiques business last year."
"Seventy-eight emus, 42 brushtail possums and 26 echidnas were found, as well as the remains of threatened species, including the barking owl, diamond python and Murray River short-necked turtle."
"Penalty 'doesn't send a message. Last year the government released its response to an independent review of the Wildlife Act, introducing higher maximum penalties and new offences for wildlife crimes." >>
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-10-21/kyneton-wildlife-taxidermy-charges/107292560
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