I also would not like the pet trade's name to become involved in more reasons why an animal is becoming extinct. I think it would be useful to get breeders (zoos and hobbyists) involved specifically for breeding purposes to propagate the species first, then when a successful captive born population is established, the animal would become more easily obtained. We'd need to make sure we were helping the animals, not further hurting them. But I agree, we have done so much to help establish knowledge and care of so many species through dedicated hobbyists and loving pet owners.
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