sia and Malaysia, and South America - are "hot spots" for hunting, and many species in these areas are threatened. The poorer the country, the greater the threat," she said.
According to her, regional military conflicts also turn up the heat on species, as people in strife-torn areas increasingly turn to "bush meat," including hoofed animals, to supplement their diets.
"Since these are large, plant-eating animals, they have a significant effect on the local ecology. These animals help disperse plant seeds through their manure and keep plant growth in check. You can completely change the ecosystem without knowing it if you hunt these animals to extinction," Price said.
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