Darwins Comet Orchid (IMAGE) University of Kent Caption People buying rare plants through social media are placing species at risk of extinction and must be monitored. A study conducted by the University of Kent's Dr. Amy Hinsley and Dr. David Roberts, and published by Conservation Biology, represents the first large-scale global survey of wildlife trade via a social-media site, using the orchid trade as a case study. Credit Dr David Roberts Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.