Bush Meat Traders in Ashanti Region Commit to Protecting Pangolins
Bush meat traders in the Ashanti Region have pledged to cease selling pangolins in a move to help conserve the endangered species. This commitment is part of an effort to raise awareness about the critical status of pangolins, which are heavily hunted for their meat and scales, often sold in international markets.The traders have promised to educate hunters in the region about the urgent need to protect pangolins and prevent their extinction. They recognize the importance of addressing the rapid decline of the species and are working to curb their trade. The conservation initiative comes at a time when pangolins face heightened threats from poaching, a challenge the traders are now addressing through their collective pledge.