IUCN guidelines for the placement of confiscated animals = IUCN guidelines for the placement of confiscated animals (Arabic version)

Live wild animals are confiscated by local, regional and national authorities for a variety of reasons. Once they have taken possession of these animals, these authorities must dispose of them responsibly, in a timely and efficient manner. Prevailing legislation, cultural practices and economic conditions will influence decisions on appropriate disposition of confiscated animals. Within a conservation context, there are several possible options from which to choose, and these guidelines discuss the benefits and risks involved in each.