Conservation of the snub-nosed monkey – Monkey Day 2025

On the morning of November 2nd, in Tung Ba commune, the Provincial Forest Protection Department, in coordination with the Conservation Impact Organization (CI) and the Center for Biodiversity and Endangered Species Conservation (CBES), organized the Snub-nosed Monkey Conservation Festival – Monkey Day 2025. Attending the event were leaders from the Department of Foreign Affairs, the Provincial Forest Protection Department, Tung Ba commune, representatives from CI and CBES, along with a large number of local residents and students.

Students from Tung Ba commune participate in the painting competition.

Speaking at the ceremony, the Head of the Provincial Forest Protection Department, Dao Duy Tuan, affirmed: The snub-nosed monkey is an endemic, critically endangered, and rare primate species, with only about 160 individuals remaining in the Khau Ca forest, part of Du Gia National Park – Dong Van Karst Plateau. Over the years, the Provincial Forest Protection Department has collaborated with international organizations to implement numerous conservation programs, monitor biodiversity, install camera traps and sound recording systems, and provide livelihood support to local communities to protect the monkey from extinction.

Officials from the Provincial Forest Protection Department are raising awareness among students in Tung Ba commune about protecting the snub-nosed monkey.

Within the framework of the festival, many vibrant cultural, sporting , and folk game activities were organized, such as puppet shows, art competitions, "Healthy People" contests, and activities aimed at raising community awareness about forest protection, the protection of snub-nosed monkeys, and the natural environment. These activities cleverly integrated ethnic cultural identity with messages of nature conservation, creating a joyful atmosphere and fostering community cohesion.

The athletes competed in the "Healthy People" segment of the competition.

Outstanding cultural performances at the festival.

The ceremony aimed to raise awareness among the community about forest protection and the conservation of the snub-nosed monkey; and to reaffirm the commitment to jointly preserve biodiversity and contribute to protecting the "treasures of the green forest" of Tuyen Quang province.

Text and photos: TRAN KE

Source: https://baotuyenquang.com.vn/xa-hoi/202511/bao-ton-vooc-mui-hech-monkey-day-2025-f9a3620/