CLEAN : Hong Kong ivory trade major threat to elephant survival

The video discusses the ivory trade, highlighting the types of ivory, such as mammoth and elephant, and their origins. It explains the shift in the ivory market, with mainland Chinese now being the primary buyers in Hong Kong. The video also touches on the involvement of expatriate Chinese in Africa in the trade and stresses the need for Hong Kong to take strong action to curb the ivory trade to align with new movements in China.

What is a distinguishing feature of mammoth ivory?

• It is more expensive than elephant ivory.

• It has a unique cross-hatching pattern.

• It is softer than elephant ivory.

• It is only found in Africa.

Which group was the largest buyer of ivory before 2002?

• Japanese

• Mainland Chinese

• Americans

• Europeans

What percentage of ivory in Hong Kong is bought by mainland Chinese today?

• 90-95%

• 60-65%

• 70-75%

• 50-55%

What role do expatriate Chinese in Africa play in the ivory trade?

• They are primarily consumers.

• They help in organizing the trade.

• They are involved in conservation efforts.

• They are not involved in the trade.

What is necessary to combat the ivory trade according to the final section?

• Increased production of ivory

• Stronger action from Hong Kong

• More buyers from Europe

• Less involvement from expatriate Chinese