I.U.C.N. :

• L.C. : Low Concern

• N.T. : Not Threatened​

• VU : Vulnerable

• EN : Endangered

• CR : Critically Endangered

• EW : Extinct in the Wild

• EX : Extinct

C.I.T.E.S. :

• Appendix I : strictly forbidden trade (or allowed by special agreements)

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• Appendix II : restricted trade

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• Appendix III : allowed trade

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• not indexed : no C.I.T.E.S. status

Localization

World but Polar areas

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Threats​

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Population

Decreasing​​

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Trade

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Australia :

Chekunov et al. (2024) highlight in their study the widespread international trade of Australian reptiles and amphibians, revealing concerning trends:

1. Species in Trade:

   • Over 160 Australian reptile species and 7 frog species are involved in the global pet trade.

   • Popular species include central bearded dragons, ridgetail monitors, and barking geckos.

2. Online Trade:

   • Reptiles dominate online markets, with the central bearded dragon appearing on 142 websites.

   • Social media plays a significant role in trading rare species.

3. Smuggling and Seizures:

   • Smuggling incidents often involve shinglebacks, central bearded dragons, and Gidgee skinks.

   • Germany and China are common destinations for illegally traded species.

4. CITES Protections:

   • More than half of the traded species are listed under CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species), protecting them against illegal trade.

   • Many species were added to CITES protections as recently as 2022.

5. Trade Hotspots:

   • The U.S. and Germany are key players, with Germany being a major exporter and target for smugglers.

   • Central bearded dragons are the most widely traded species globally.

6. Concerns:

   • Wildlife trade impacts native populations, threatens species with extinction, and fosters cruel smuggling practices.

This research underscores the need for stricter regulations and enforcement to protect Australia's unique biodiversity.​​​​

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France :

Article L413-10

Version in force since 02 December 2021

Created by LAW No. 2021-1539 of 30 November 2021 - art. 46 - Code de l'environnement

1. Ban on Acquiring and Breeding Non-Domestic Animals:

   • It is prohibited to buy, sell, or breed non-domestic species for use in traveling shows.

   • This ban takes effect two years after the law’s enactment (November 30, 2023).

2. Prohibition on Keeping and Transporting Non-Domestic Animals:

   • Traveling shows cannot keep, transport, or use non-domestic animals for performances starting seven years after the law’s enactment (November 30, 2028).

3. Animal Welfare Provisions:

   • Owners of affected animals will be provided with alternative accommodations ensuring the animals’ well-being.

4. Exceptions:

   • The Minister for Nature Protection can grant exceptions if suitable accommodations for the animals are unavailable.

5. Certificates and Permits:

   • New permits for keeping or showcasing non-domestic animals in traveling shows will no longer be issued, and existing permits will be revoked when animals leave.

6. Animal Registration:

   • Traveling establishments must register their animals in a national database within six months of the law’s promulgation.

This law seeks to protect wildlife and promote humane treatment by phasing out the use of non-domestic animals in traveling shows.​​​​​​​