Sumatran Striped Rabbit: Population Unknown Amidst Smuggling Busts and Conservation Challenges
Two young Sumatran striped rabbits were found and rescued by a conservation group. However, the population of this rare species and the reality of its smuggling remain unclear, making conservation efforts challenging. The existence of international smuggling routes, not just within Indonesia, has also been confirmed.
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