Twelve wild animals were rescued and released back into the forest.

On October 22nd, information from Bu Gia Map National Park (Dong Nai province) indicated that the unit, in coordination with the Viet Snake Rescuer Group (VSR) and wildlife rescue volunteers, successfully released 12 rare animals back into their natural habitat.

The coordinated forces released the animals back into their natural habitat.

The animals released back into the wild include: 1 king cobra, 1 slow loris, 2 pig-tailed macaques, 3 Javan pangolins, 2 red-faced monkeys, 2 golden mountain tortoises, and 1 reticulated python. All of these animals are on the list of endangered, rare, and precious species prioritized for protection under Vietnamese law and the CITES Convention.

The forces are carrying out the release of the animals back into their natural environment.

These animals were handed over from forest rangers and local authorities in Dong Nai province. After receiving them, the Center for Propaganda, Tourism and Rescue - Conservation ( thuộc Bu Gia Map National Park) conducted health checks, rehabilitation, care, and training to assess the adaptability of each animal before reintroduction.

The animals were released back into their natural environment.

Among them, the king cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) – the world's longest venomous snake – has high scientific and aesthetic value and plays an important role in balancing the tropical rainforest ecosystem. The Javan pangolin (Manis javanica) – a rare scaly mammal – is seriously threatened by illegal hunting. The pygmy slow loris (Nycticebus pygmaeus) is a nocturnal primate that lives in pristine evergreen forests, feeding primarily on fruits, insects, and tree sap.

In addition, the pig-tailed macaque (Macaca leonina) and the red-faced macaque (Macaca artoides) are intelligent species that often live in groups, contributing to seed dispersal and sustaining forest vegetation. The golden mountain tortoise (Indotestudo elongata) and the reticulated python (Python reticulatus) are also listed in the Vietnamese Red Book, belonging to the group of animals prioritized for protection.

The animals were released back into their natural environment.

According to Circular No. 27/2025/TT-BNNMT dated June 24, 2025, issued by the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, these species belong to groups IB and IIB – endangered, rare, and precious species that require strict management and protection, and are not permitted to be illegally traded or kept in captivity.

Mr. Vuong Duc Hoa, Director of Bu Gia Map National Park, said: “Releasing wild animals back into their natural habitat is not only a conservation activity, but also a commitment from humans to nature. Each creature returned to the forest is part of the journey to restore biodiversity and balance the ecosystem.”

The animals were released back into their natural environment.

The animals were released back into their natural environment.

Thanks to the quiet efforts of forest rangers, conservationists, and volunteers, individuals once separated from the forest have now been returned to where they belong. A small act, but with great significance – a reminder for everyone to join hands in protecting nature.

BUI LIEM

Source: https://www.sggp.org.vn/giai-cuu-tha-12-ca-the-dong-vat-hoang-da-ve-rung-post819350.html