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AfA opposes wild macaque capture & export from Philippines

  • Jul 30, 2021
  • 1 min read

Authorities in Manila are considering issuing permits that would allow the capture of many thousands of wild long-tailed macaques to serve increasing demand for animal testing. They have cited human-macaque conflict in certain areas as a justification for this initiative. Our letter points out the many animal welfare and conservation concerns around this issue and implores them to desist.

Read our letter HERE

 
 
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