The WHO reports that an animal is the source of the coronavirus which has now infected over 1,300,000 people worldwide. Illegal and unregulated wildlife markets make ideal conditions for viral diseases from other animals to jump to and infect humans. A survey has found that 93% of people in Hong Kong, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam - places where illegal or unregulated “wet” markets exist - would support their closure. WWF stands ready to support national governments in the effort to prevent futu