Abstract

• Current status of Elephant product trade in some areas of Myanmar was studied from January 2017 to March 2018. The four main study areas were Yangon, Mandalay, Kyaiktiyo (Golden Rock ) and Bhamo. The research was based on field studies and involved interviews with local dealers and on direct observation. The pieces of skin and teeth were recorded in the pagoda markets from Kyaiktiyo. The ivory products and product shops were recorded as highest in Bogyoke market from Yangon areas. Items were observed at the study sites included skins, teeth, and bones mainly for use in traditional medicine and various ivory products were on sale to foreigners, especially from China border country.