Investigators in
Spain recently discovered the corpses of more than 1,000
presumably poached animals — all stuffed and turned into
taxidermied decorations or trophies. The gruesome
collection featured the bodies of many
endangered species, including elephants, rhinos, Bengal
tigers, lions, leopards, cheetahs, polar bears, and
more. Some of the animals belonged to species
that are already considered extinct in the wild. Authorities reported
that the taxidermied wildlife were supposedly "worth"
more than $31 million — but the only "worth" they should
have is just living their lives!
The dead
animals' stuffed forms were sitting in two warehouses
that authorities had been watching. The man who owns the
warehouses was already under suspicion for potential
smuggling and other crimes. While he has not yet
been arrested, that doesn't mean this is over
yet. This man and all his connections must be
investigated. It's gut-wrenching to know that more
animals could be in danger in the future if his criminal
network is allowed to continue operating. Urge Spanish
authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into the
entire criminal ring involved in the taxidermying of
these 1,090 animals. Sign the petition to stand up for
endangered species
now!