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Brent Coverdale

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Brent Coverdale

Brent Coverdale is an animal scientist focusing on mammals and birds at Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife

The increase in demand for exotic wildlife as pets is evident throughout the world and, thus, is not a uniquely South African problem. Photo: Supplied
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Keeping wild animals in captivity: Is it ever a good idea?

Demand has increased locally, but neither the legislation to ensure that both the animals and people are protected, nor the government’s ability to police it, has improved at the…

  • Brent Coverdale
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