noun
live animal trade; pet trade
Refers to the commercial buying and selling of live animals, with a strong association with the pet industry. Often used in contexts discussing animal welfare or regulation.
生体販売の規制が強化されている。
Regulations on the live animal trade are being tightened.
ペットショップでの生体販売に反対する声もある。
There are also voices opposing the sale of live animals in pet shops.
Compound of 生体 (living body) and 販売 (sales). The term likely emerged in modern contexts related to animal welfare and commercial regulations.