BONTEBOK DELISTED FROM CITES — WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR HUNTERS?
Description
In last night’s PH Journals podcast, I unpacked one of the biggest recent shifts in African game regulations: the Bontebok has officially been removed from CITES Appendix II.
In this episode, I break down:
• What the CITES delisting actually means
• How this affects the South African hunting industry
• Why export becomes easier — but not completely unrestricted
• Whether Bontebok trophies can now be imported into the United States
• The difference between CITES rules and U.S. ESA regulations
• Why hunters should still be cautious about assuming “permit-free” imports
• What this could mean for conservation, game farms, and future management
This is a crucial moment for landowners, outfitters, PHs, and international hunters — and the implications go far beyond one species. If you want to understand where the industry is heading, this episode is a must-watch.
🎧 Tune in and stay informed.
💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments — do you think the delisting helps or harms long-term conservation?
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