Chapter 167: Shocking (Updated Today)

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"Thank you so much, Mr. Andy, you are such a caring person." Turley, who was on the side, saw that Liu Yunxuan and Ash had already talked, and said happily.

"Did you know? Although people's awareness of wildlife protection has been strengthened, illegal poaching is still very serious. ”

After speaking, Turley turned on his computer, found some information, and handed it to Liu Yunxuan and Michelle to watch.

After Liu Yunxuan took the computer, he saw that there were some photos, and there was a detailed description at the bottom of each photo.

After just looking at a few photos, Liu Yunxuan gasped. There are only four words to describe it, and it is shocking.

Since Turley works in the Enforcement Division of the Office of Endangered Species, the information on his computer is first-hand and original.

The photos are also from the scene taken when they were enforcing the law.

Snakeskin shoes on the shelves, the head of the cobra is still retained as an ornament, and the eyes are inlaid with rubies.

Piles of ivory artifacts, and horns of various animals. and a bunch of stuffed turtle products.

Rows of ornaments made of feline heads, cheetahs roaring with tears in their eyes.

Standing on its hind legs, holding a silver platter, dressed as a waiter's caiman......

Michelle was full of feelings, looking at these shocking photos, her eyes were already full of tears.

"Mr. Andy, do you know? And that's only part of the story. ”

Turley said in a low tone.

"More than 150,000 illegally smuggled wildlife products are stored in our vault outside of Denver, Colorado."

"When we first set up the depository, we thought about whether we could come up with a nice name. But it's just a grave, and what a nice name can it get. ”

Turley's tone was a little excited, this old man really cared about these animals.

took a sip of the water Michelle brought over. Turley paused and continued.

"I'm 65 years old and I'm about to retire. I came here to see these Texas red wolves for myself. ”

"I've been protecting wildlife all my life. I have encountered a variety of poachers and smugglers. "The dumb girl abandoned the concubine and looked at the world

"In 1988, I led a team to intercept a batch of green sea turtle meat destined for New York City, but there was no evidence that the meat was an endangered species. And had to be released. ”

By the time he said this, Turley was already choking up a little. It was the most unbearable thing in his life, and he still remembers the triumphant expressions on those men's faces as they left.

"My friends have also made some predictions that by 2o5o, maybe 15%-37% of plant and animal species will go extinct.

These numbers are so large that they could be called the 'sixth mass extinction' in the history of life on Earth. ”

"The closest we came was the mass extinction of the White Dinosaur Age."

Turley's words made everyone fall into deep thought. Including Ash, the Authority's Superintendent.

He was appointed last year, and it has been exactly one year now. But this year, he also learned how hard the work of wildlife conservation is.

The annual allocation may seem like a lot, but it's really not enough compared to what needs to be done.

"Mr. Andy. Protecting wildlife is not a matter for any one person. It requires all of us as human beings to act. ”

"You Huaxia Kingdom has done a very good job in this regard. In terms of wildlife conservation, not only the public participates, but the government also strongly supports it. ”

"Your country has established a lot of wildlife sanctuaries over the years, and it has achieved very remarkable results."

"That's good, after all, individuals are limited in what they can do compared to the government."

"That's right, Mr. Andy. When the time comes, I can introduce you to someone from WildAid USA. They've done a good job of that, too. ”

"Thank you so much. As you said, this requires each and every one of us to act. ”

Liu Yunxuan said politely.

WildAid USA, Liu Yunxuan knows some. Their work is productive.

They mainly traveled among governments to raise awareness of wildlife protection. At the same time, more than 8o celebrities were also invited to shoot public service announcements.

Among them are Huaxia and big Yao. Senior brother of crossing, beg not to die!

"Mr. Turley, what are your plans for retirement? I don't know if there will be an opportunity to invite you to join our foundation in the future. ”

Liu Yunxuan invited Turly again.

"Mr. Andy, I'll think about it. My health has not been as good as it used to be over the years. ”

"But as long as I move, I'm going to carry it through to the end."

As if taking an oath, Turley said indignantly.

"I plan to write a book about my experiences in wildlife conservation. So that more people know. ”

"It's a war. If humans don't take action, there will be fewer and fewer wild animals. ”

"We also need to get more people to pay attention to it. Because the deaths of these wild animals are silent. ”

Ash also patted the shoulder of his oldest and longest-working employee.

"At least we're doing something good now. I think more people will be involved in the future, just like us. ”

Liu Yunxuan also said comfortingly.

I don't know if I don't know, and I'm shocked when I understand.

In the past, I had only seen on TV that smuggled items of wild animals were seized in such and such a place, or some cruel people took bile from live bears for profit.

Some rare wild animals have become a meal on the plate because of their nourishment, delicacy and curiosity, pangolins, monkey brains, wild baby fish......

When migratory birds migrate, many people also go to catch birds, hang nets, poison, and tricks emerge in endlessly.

What's even more odious is that a small island nation has killed whales on a large scale in the name of "scientific research", and now these whales are also on the verge of extinction.

I only learned today that those are just the tip of the iceberg. As Telley said, there are more than 150,000 wildlife products in their vault.

Each item represents a wild animal. This is still seized, how many are still being bought and sold and how many are not known?

"When I go back to school, I'll get everyone to take action." Professor Lille on the side also agreed. The path to the rise of the Queen of Apocalyptic Rebirth

"My old friend Wilson once said that maybe we humans will enter a new era, an age of loneliness."

"At the time, I thought it was just a joke, but I didn't expect it to be alarmist."

"In fact, protecting these species is also protecting our own survival." Turley continued.

"Every species is an important link in the food chain of nature, and if there is a link that is out of touch, it will be a disaster for nature."

The zoologists also said some of what they had seen and felt in their work over the years. As the topic deepened, the atmosphere also became dull.

"Michelle, you have to believe that it will slowly get better in the future."

After sending off the delegation of the Administration, Liu Yunxuan hugged Michelle, who was still a little ugly, and said comfortingly.

"Yun Xuan, promise me that we will never buy or sell the products of wild protected animals in the future, okay?"

Michelle raised her head, looked at Liu Yunxuan expectantly and said.

Liu Yunxuan gently touched Michelle with his forehead and said, "Michelle, don't worry." Have you ever seen me buy even a single item since you knew me? ”

"Let's go, let's go see those Texas red wolves, and we'll see where it's appropriate to arrange for them first."

Hearing Liu Yunxuan mention these Texas red wolves, Michelle finally regained some of her former glory.

For the arrival of these Texas red wolves, the workers of the ranch were also very surprised. I'll come and have a look at it often.

Liu Yunxuan also introduced everyone to these Texas red wolves, and told them that all the animals in the ranch are a family, but they must not be preyed on and eaten.

These wolves are not very friendly to the workers, but they do not attack them.

When Liu Yunxuan walked out of the barn with these wolves, the little animals were frightened, and the alpacas ran the fastest.

Liu Yunxuan, who was helpless, had no choice but to gather them together again and let them get to know each other.

For these Texas red wolves, the most calm is Mansour. No way, the brothers at home often play with such ferocious animals.

Even al-Mansur himself kept a lion in the palace. (To be continued)

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