Gris-gris are rooted in traditional African faiths that believe vital powers in animals and nature may be unlocked — to harm, ...

according to a new report by wild cat conservation group Panthera. Panthera’s investigation found lion and leopard parts sold in 80% of markets surveyed, with 63% of artisans reporting increased ...

Mystical Beliefs Fuel Senegal’s Illegal Big Cat Trade and Threaten Lion’s Survival in West Africa ... trafficking skins and other parts such as teeth, claws, and skulls.