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Old 12-10-2011, 05:04 PM
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Oh my...you would think that since they are easily bred in captivity that would not happen

http://en.microcosmaquariumexplorer....red_Endangered

That's a very sad reading but at least some village habitants are reacting to protect them. If the locals are getting sensible about this, they may have a chance.

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Originally Posted by George View Post
Aquarium trade can drive a species out of extinction, especially if that species has limited range. Take Banggai Cardinal for example. It's "Endangered" on EUCN red list, thanks to aquarium trade.
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