A filmmaker goes undercover to expose the illegal trade of manta rays
In short: Wildlife filmmaker Malaika Vaz investigates the poaching of manta rays by posing as a fish trader. This episode follows her dangerous journey through India, China, and Nepal to uncover the networks driving this illicit industry.
After discovering evidence of manta ray poaching near her home in India, Malaika Vaz took the risky step of infiltrating the trafficking network. By disguising herself as a fish trader, she gained access to the individuals behind the trade, tracking the movement of these animals across international borders.
The investigation highlights the complex challenges of protecting marine wildlife, as Vaz navigates the clandestine operations spanning India, China, and Nepal. This account provides a firsthand look at the efforts required to document and confront environmental crime in remote and dangerous settings.
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