We are deeply saddened by the loss of lives from the #COVID19 outbreak and our thoughts are with the families who have lost loved ones or who are sick. World Health Organization (WHO) reported that an animal is the source of the #coronavirus which has now infected more than a million people worldwide.

Illegal and unregulated wildlife markets provide a fertile environment for viral diseases from other animals to jump to and infect humans. Following the outbreak of the pandemic, many people in places where illegal or unregulated “wet” markets exist would support their closure.