Ivory products, Japan, 2003

Further information on the campaign and more detailed explanation from our campaigners about the issues involved.

12 Sep 05
Why the Elephant is Important to the Environment
Elephants are a keystone species playing a crucial role in the health of the ecosystems.

12 Sep 05
The Impact of Poaching on Elephants
The impact of poaching can have a devastating effect on the structure of elephant populations.

12 Sep 05
EIA Exposes the Illegal International Ivory Trade
The illegal trade in ivory before the ban was responsible for the death of over 100,000 African elephants each year.

12 Sep 05
The Success of the International Ivory Ban
After the ban was agreed in 1989, poaching of elephants plummeted.

12 Sep 05
Challenges to the Ban: 1997, A Legal Sale of Ivory to Japan Approved
In 1997, a one-off sale of ivory was agreed and the sale took place in 1999.