Animals as Trophies: The Horror Show in Dortmund
On 23 June 2023, the Italian media company Kodami published a video of its independent undercover investigation at "Jagd & Hund", Europe's largest hunting trade fair, held from 24 to 29 January in Dortmund, offering yet another shocking glimpse behind the scenes of an industry currently under intense political scrutiny across Europe, as several member states consider banning the trophy trade.
Europe's Largest Hunting Trade Fair
Europe's largest hunting trade fair takes place every year in Dortmund. Kodami investigated how trophy hunts are marketed. Children are frequently present and featured in promotional materials. The killing of animals for pleasure is normalised for children.
Up to 65’000 dollars for a lion
Trophy prices reach up to 65’000 dollars for wild lions and 35’000 dollars for leopards. In 2014, a hunt for a black rhinoceros was auctioned off for 400’000 dollars. More on the topic of species conservation, animal rights and hobby hunting.
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