Global Appetite for Frog Legs Threatens Species
Submitted on Mar 30, 2009 (Original item from 2009)
Wildlife and Exotics | Meat, Dairy, Egg Consumption | Wildlife
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Short Description:
Based on an analysis of commodity-trading data from the United Nations, the current international trade in frog meat represents an estimated 200 million to 1 billion frogs consumed each year, or 11,000 tons of frog meat.
Abstract:
The largest destination for frog legs is France, with the United States a close second. The largest exporter of frogs is Indonesia, although domesticate consumption is estimated to double exports. Human consumption is a significant factor in the global decline of amphibian populations, including frogs, although data show that habitat loss is the greatest contributor. Disease and global warming are additional threats.
Spot Check Number:
1008
Sponsor:
Discovery Channel
Animal Type:
Wildlife
Record Type:
News Article
Research Method:
Literature Review
Geographic Region:
Worldwide
Year Conducted:
2009
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