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Cameroon Investigates Illegal Ivory, Pangolin Scales Bound for China

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Law enforcement officials in Cameroon say investigations continue following a large discovery of illegal wildlife products hidden in shipping containers bound for China. At least 1,000 kilograms of pangolin scales and several hundred elephant tusks were found April 6, in containers of cocoa that were to be transported to China from the Douala international airport. Officials have not yet determined the country of origin for the contraband. Poaching of elephants and pangolins remains a...

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