Summary of Exclusivo: JR mostra o livre comércio de animais silvestres na maior cidade do país

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In "Exclusivo: JR mostra o livre comércio de animais silvestres na maior cidade do país," the "Jornal da Record" exposes the illicit wildlife trade thriving in Brazil's largest city, where sellers operate with impunity. During a recent police operation named "Remessa Viva," authorities confiscated 100 animals and made four arrests linked to the trade, prompted by the discovery of animals on a bus from Belém to São Paulo. Over five years, more than 140,000 animals, predominantly birds and reptiles from northern Brazil, have been seized. Despite increased law enforcement measures, including more inspections by the Federal Highway Police, traffickers innovate smuggling tactics, making wildlife trafficking an exceptionally profitable illegal venture, only surpassed by drug and arms trafficking. The report underscores the critical need for continued oversight and community participation to address this pressing issue.

• 00:00:00 In this section, the "Jornal da Record" investigates the rampant illegal trade of wildlife in Brazil's largest city, revealing how sellers operate without fear of repercussions. During a police operation called "Remessa Viva," authorities recovered 100 animals and arrested four individuals involved in the illegal wildlife trade. The investigation was triggered by the seizure of various animals from a bus traveling from Belém to São Paulo. Data indicates that over 140,000 animals have been apprehended in five years, primarily birds and reptiles from the northern and northeastern regions of Brazil. Despite heightened vigilance from law enforcement, including increased inspections by the Federal Highway Police, traffickers adapt by developing new smuggling routes and tactics, making the trade one of the most lucrative illegal activities, second only to drug and arms trafficking. The report highlights the urgent need for ongoing surveillance and community involvement to combat this issue effectively.