The bird that's more valuable than ivory
The illegal trade in elephant tusks is well reported, but there's a type of "ivory" that's even more valuable. It comes from the helmeted hornbill - a bird that lives in the rainforests of East Asia and is now under threat, writes Mary Colwell.
Last updated on 13 October 2015
Type:
Media Watch
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Country:
Indonesia
Malaysia
Region:
Asia
Threats:
Illegal trade
Species group:
Birds
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