Add the Hippo!

The Hippopotamus is found in the lakes and rivers of sub-Saharan Africa. Strangely, this amphibious mammal is not currently protected under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2022/aug/02/call-for-hippos-to-join-list-of-worlds-most-endangered-animals-aoe). At this time, it's prefectly legal, under CITES, to trade in hippo teeth and animal parts. Hippo teeth are much used by the Ivory Trade. Animal parts are transformed into hunting trophies and tourist items. The climate crisis, poaching and the ivory trade are, however, causing alarming declines in hippo populations. There is now a proposal for this beastie to be added to the CITES list of the world's most endangered animals. Not before time!