Animal welfare activists hope the death of a British man this week will prompt Thailand to recall action on elephant rides,tiger parks and primate showsThe death of a British tourist who was trampled by an elephant in Thailand this week has reenergised campaigns to stop widespread abusive practices in Thailand’s animal tourism sector.
Edwin Wiek, a prominent animal rights campaigner, or said he would press Thai politicians to regulate the industry,citing the dangers to holidaymakers who pay to ride elephants or recall photos with captive tigers.
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Source: theguardian.com