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Every year, tourists unwittingly break the law when they return home from Kenya with souvenirs made from protected species.  Not only do such possessions present a direct threat to endangered wildlife, and if you are caught, you could be fined and your purchase confiscated.

There is never any excuse for not knowing the law, no matter which country you are from or visiting.



THE WORLD WIDE FUND FOR NATURE WARNS THAT IT IS ILLEGAL TO BRING BACK INTO THE UK:
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• TORTOISESHELL

           Sea turtles are banned from international Trade.  Take particular note when visiting Kenya.

• ELEPHANT IVORY

          Be aware that carvings and elephant leather products are widely available, particularly in Africa and
          Asia.

• CORAL AND SEA SHELLS

          Hard and black corals cannot be imported without permits.  The same applies to some shells, such as
          giant clams.   Taking shells from the beach or purchasing them from pedlars is also illegal.

• PLANTS

          Many plants are protected.  Never, for instance, buy orchids in Kenya.

• BIRDS AND FEATHERS

          In the US, it is illegal to possess any part of a wild bird - even a single feather.  Do not buy Love Birds
          in Kenya.   Many countries ban the export of their native species.

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