Species and level of trade permitted depending on listing in CITES Appendix.
Appendix
Level of Protection
Trade
Appendix I
Species threatened with extinction
Permitted only in exceptional circumstances
Appendix II
Species might be threatened with extinction but not required
Trade is controlled to ensure survival
Appendix III
Species are protected in at least one country
Trade is controlled after a member country has indicated that assistance is needed in this capacityTable 3. Species and level of trade permitted depending on listing in CITES Appendix.