Photo: Two yellow-breasted capuchins in a zoo habitat. Species listed as Critically Endangered by the IUCN. Text: Did you know...? Capuchin monkeys are dependent on their mothers for up to four years, so baby monkeys sold on the internet have been removed from their parents early, causing lifelong behavioural and physical issues.
Photo: Two blue-and-yellow macaws in a zoo habitat. Species listed as Least Concern by the IUCN. Text: Did you know...? Blue-and-yellow macaws are among the most heavily trafficked parrots in the wild, targeted for their vibrant plumage and ability to mimic human speech. As a result, their populations continue to decline.
Photo: A capybara baby in a zoo habitat. Species listed as Least Concern by the IUCN. Text: Did you know...? Wild animal cafés are becoming more prevalent, resulting in animals such as otters, capybaras and owls being kept in environments where they experience restricted space, unsolicited interactions and improper lighting conditions.
Did you know that, as social media users, we have a responsibility for what we share? Every post can influence people across the world, and this influence can lead to harmful consequences, including fueling animal cruelty and threatening biodiversity.
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