Petition Summary: We demand an immediate end to the harmful practices of harvesting Kambo secretion from frogs in the Peruvian Amazon for profit in the UK and other countries. This practice is exploitative, damaging to the frogs, and threatens the cultural integrity of indigenous communities. It’s time to protect the welfare of the Kambo frogs and respect the traditional, sustainable practices of the Amazon.

Petition Description: Kambo secretion, derived from the Phyllomedusa bicolor (giant monkey tree frog), has been used for centuries by indigenous peoples in the Amazon for medicinal and spiritual purposes. However, the growing trend of Western practitioners traveling to the Amazon to harvest Kambo and sell it for profit is exploiting both the frogs and the sacred traditions of local communities. This commercialization of Kambo is causing harm to the frogs, their ecosystems, and undermining indigenous rights.

The Issues:

Exploitation of the Kambo Frogs: Western practitioners are purchasing  Kambo secretion by using methods that stress and harm the frogs. The collection process often leaves the frogs weakened, vulnerable, and depleted, leading to long-term damage to both the individual frogs and the population as a whole. The frogs are being treated as commodities rather than respected beings in their natural environment.....all under the guise of being ethical

Profit-driven Practices: Kambo is increasingly being commercialized in Western markets, with practitioners charging high fees for its use. This commodification of a sacred indigenous medicine puts financial gain above the well-being of the frogs and the preservation of their habitat. It also disregards the spiritual and cultural significance of Kambo for the indigenous people who have used it sustainably for generations.

Cultural Misappropriation: Kambo is not just a product—it's a sacred tradition for the indigenous communities of the Amazon. The commercialization of Kambo by non-indigenous people is an act of cultural misappropriation, stripping away the cultural context and spirituality of its use.

Harm to Indigenous Communities: Indigenous people have long practiced the sustainable collection of Kambo secretion, which ensures that both the frogs and their environment remain healthy. The exploitation of this resource by outsiders leads to over-harvesting, threatening both the frogs and the traditions of these communities.

Our Demands:
End the Commercial Exploitation of Kambo: We call for an immediate halt to the collection and sale of Kambo secretion outside of the indigenous communities where it has been traditionally used. The extraction of Kambo should never be a source of profit.

Stop All Kambo Collection: The collection of Kambo secretion, regardless of the method, should cease entirely. The frogs should be left in their natural habitat to live undisturbed. Harvesting Kambo can cause stress, harm, and depletion of the frogs' ability to protect themselves, making it an unsustainable and unethical practice.

Respect Indigenous Rights and Traditions: We call for the protection of indigenous rights to the land, their traditions, and their use of Kambo. The use of Kambo must remain a sacred practice, and the collection and application of Kambo secretion should be restricted to indigenous communities with the knowledge and cultural context to use it responsibly.

Raise Awareness and Promote Ethical Practices: We urge all practitioners and consumers of Kambo to be aware of the ethical implications of their actions. It is vital to understand that the exploitation of Kambo secretion for profit harms not just the frogs, but the communities that have long relied on this practice in a way that respects both the environment and the creatures involved.

Why This Matters:
The giant monkey tree frog and its secretion are vital components of the ecosystem in the Peruvian Amazon. The increasing demand for Kambo in the West is putting immense pressure on frog populations, damaging their habitats, and undermining the cultural practices of indigenous communities. The commercialization of Kambo is a clear violation of both environmental ethics and indigenous rights.

We must act now to stop the exploitation of these frogs and preserve the delicate balance of the Amazon. By ending the collection of Kambo for profit, we can protect the frogs, preserve indigenous traditions, and maintain the integrity of this sacred medicine.

Sign this petition today to demand an end to the exploitation of Kambo frogs and support the protection of indigenous cultural practices and the Amazon ecosystem.

 
Call to Action: Sign now to stop the commercialization of Kambo and advocate for the well-being of the frogs and the indigenous communities who have used this sacred medicine for generations.