What species are covered by the CITES Regulations ?
There are over 25,000 species of animals and plants that are covered by the EU Regulations.The listings of all species are contained in the WCMC website. All of the “big cats”, all primates, parrots, alligators, crocodiles, birds of prey, plus elephants, rhinoceros, tortoises, sea turtles, many exotic reptiles plus corals and sea horses are all protected by CITES. Many plants and trees are also protected e.g. orchids, cacti, succulents, tropical timbers. If you have any doubts whatsoever you should contact the following e-mail address and ask for help: wildlife.licensing@animalhealth.gsi.gov.uk or telephone number 0117 372 8774 ’The link to the WCMC website above will help if you know either the scientific name or common name. The best advice that we can give is not to leave it to chance – if you are unsure – ask !
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