Cambodian wildlife is threatened by heavy domestic and international demand for rare species. Poorly enforced hunting laws, rampant deforestation, and millions of deadly land mines left from decades of civil war are also serious dangers. But Cambodia is only one of several nations struggling to control the trade. Street 166 in Phnom Penh is lined with several shops selling guar skulls, tiger teeth, ivory and antlers. In one, which often has tiger skins for sale, the coats of two clouded leopards are pinned to the wall.
Much Cambodian wildlife ends up in Vietnamese markets or is sold in Thailand.
The trade also flourishes in several provincial markets, including the border town of Poipet near Thailand. However, there are some signs that the trade may be waning. David Ashwell of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature said the presence of wildlife parts and skins in local markets seems to be on the decline. Consequently, it's getting harder to find elephant skins, monkey heads, tiger bones, tortoise heads. Recipients should seek permission to reprint the article from the source listed above.