I would not go so far that trafficking would take place. We are not seeing that as of now here. That is not to say that ESA animals are moving across state lines, I believe that is happening. Me personally who cares. The Radiated and Galapagos Tortoise are not native to the United States and are CITES Appendix 1. Which means they can not move from country of origin or where they currently reside. ESA designation should not apply to these non native species.
USDA Vets are very knowledgeable when it comes to inspections at importation. That is why you do not see much smuggling of these endangered species into the US.
USDA Vets are very knowledgeable when it comes to inspections at importation. That is why you do not see much smuggling of these endangered species into the US.