Botany One on Nostr: Venus flytraps, native to the Carolinas, are threatened by illegal collecting for the ...
Venus flytraps, native to the Carolinas, are threatened by illegal collecting for the horticultural trade. Margulies and colleagues studied this issue, revealing a complex network of collectors, nurseries, and buyers. While habitat loss is the primary threat, illegal harvesting significantly impacts smaller populations. Various actors, from local opportunists to specialist collectors, drive this illicit market.
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