Publications by authors named "Tsz Chun So"
Proc Biol Sci
September 2022
Article Synopsis
- The pet trade and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) consumption are significant contributors to global biodiversity loss, particularly in the case of tokay geckos, which are heavily traded reptiles.
- A study comparing the genetics and stable isotopes of tokay geckos in Hong Kong found that TCM tokays likely do not come from local populations, with most being related to individuals from South China.
- The presence of tokay geckos from distant populations suggests a connection to the pet trade, revealing the complex dynamics of wildlife trade and the challenges it poses for local conservation laws regarding endangered species.
