Industry experts recognize ecotourism as one of the fastest-growing sectors in the tourism industry, increasing by over 20% ...

“There are criminal networks capable of supplying any type of exotic pet ... In June, the government of Madagascar expressed its intention to repatriate the animals rescued in Thailand.

These species are highly sought-after in Asia as exotic pets ... directly and indirectly exported almost 35,000 animals or their products from Madagascar, according to the report.

The UK currently allows hundreds of exotic wild animals to be kept as pets ... as well as Lemurs following the success of the movie Madagascar – and even barn owls being bought for Harry ...

These laws are designed to protect exotic animals since they need specialized ... Breeds most frequently adopted as exotic pets include: Madagascar hissing cockroaches Praying mantises Tarantulas ...

But when exotic pet owners die, where do their animals go? It’s a common yet ... which are critically endangered in their native Madagascar, can live to be over a hundred years old.