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Rare animals to be taken off menu in Cambodian capital
Authorities in the Cambodian capital Phnom Penh have told restaurants in the city to stop serving rare animals, or face closure.
Many restaurants in the capital serve rare animals because patrons believe eating parts of animals such as tigers, bears, scaly ant eaters, porcupines and turtles can cure diseases and ensure sexual potency.
Phnom Penh Deputy Governor Seng Tong has asked around 100 restaurateurs to sign agreements with the city administration promising to take rare wild animals off their menus.
He says those who refuse will be taken to court and have their restaurants shut down.
Officials say raids by wildlife protection officials this year have rescued more than 1,300 endangered animals from kitchens in Phnom Penh.
17/11/01 7:02:27 | ABC Radio Australia News
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