International Primate Protection League (UK)

The international trade in wildlife is very profitable to ruthless individuals who have no concern for the suffering they cause.

Social animals are torn from their families, often incurring the death or injury of defending parents and companions.

Many of these victims are exploited for the "entertainment" of holiday visitors to popular destinations.  Some years ago, IPPL conducted a campaign against this abuse and we achieved notable success by demonstrating the harm caused to the tourist industry.  Travellers do not leave their consciences at home.

We still continually receive reports of a thriving market in wildlife entertainment, despite the improved protective legislation that has been enacted in many countries.  We need factual information on the extent of this exploitation if we are to secure a positive reaction by enforcement authorities.

We need the loan of your eyes and ears. When you travel, you can alert us to the situation of animals in trouble.  Of course, we cannot help them all, but we will ensure that their silent cries are heard.

Please download and print our PDF report form* or request a copy, and immediately fill it upon your return, if you have reason to believe that an animal is suffering.  If you, thankfully, do not come across a distressed animal, you can still complete the form.  Your petition will be sent to tourist offices and travel companies to make them aware that animals used as "tourist attractions" are damaging to the tourist trade.  (Further 'Hear all' leaflets can be provided for your friends and contacts upon request.)