In response to the drastic decline in African elephant popul…

In response to the drastic decline in African elephant populations—more than 50% over the past 20 years, due primarily to illegal poaching for ivory—many countries have implemented bans on elephant hunting and the international sale of ivory. Despite these efforts, African elephant populations continue to struggle. However, a few African countries have introduced a system of private property rights, assigning ownership of elephants to individuals. a) How might this system of private ownership affect the conservation of elephant populations in these countries? Explain your reasoning. b) Could this system of private ownership eliminate legal elephant hunting? Why or why not?