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Vantara Commits to CITES Compliance for Wildlife
20 Aug
Summary
- Vantara submitted voluntary commitments to India's CITES Authority.
- The center will prioritize in-situ conservation within India.
- Vantara will halt new import applications for endangered species.
The Vantara wildlife conservation and rehabilitation center in Jamnagar has submitted voluntary commitments to the CITES Management Authority of India. These commitments aim to improve governance, transparency, and compliance with international wildlife trade regulations. Vantara will now adhere strictly to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).
The center announced a strategic shift towards prioritizing in-situ conservation, focusing on protecting wildlife within their natural habitats, particularly in India. This involves supporting state wildlife agencies and strengthening rescue centers and veterinary hospitals across the country.
To ensure transparency, Vantara will publish progress reports every six months and invite inspections from the CITES Management Authority. Furthermore, the center will withdraw pending import applications and will not pursue new ones for endangered wildlife. Future imports will be limited to registered zoos, and will exclude great apes, big cats, and other endangered species.
