New GC Video Features Protection of Cat Tien National Park in Vietnam
In 2010, Vietnam’s last rhinoceros was tragically killed by poachers in Cat Tien National Park, marking a devastating loss for the country's biodiversity. Today, Vietnam faces the extinction of its tigers, the cruel captivity of sun bears for bile farming, and a critically low population of about 20 elephants in Cat Tien National Park, out of an estimated 100 remaining in the wild across Vietnam. These elephants, the remnants of Asia's once 100,000-strong population, are under constant threat from human conflicts driven by habitat loss.
All Photos ©Andrea Pistolesi
Global Conservation has initiated a four-year project to implement the Global Park Defense in Cat Tien National Park, aiming to extend protection to over 100,000 acres of adjacent unprotected forests and wildlife habitats.
Global Conservation is dedicated to funding the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of wildlife that has been injured, orphaned, or threatened by human activities. Each successful release is a step towards strengthening the park's biodiversity.
“After working with Save Vietnam Wildlife in Pu Mat National Park in the remote Annamite Mountains of Vietnam for over 4 years, they instilled the confidence to invest in a much larger GC Project in Cat Tien National Park, which has even greater pressures due to its proximity to Ho Chi Minh City with a population of over 10 million people. The government of Vietnam is making substantial progress to enforce its wildlife and national parks laws, and we are there to assist.”
All Photos ©Andrea Pistolesi
Combatting poaching is a crucial aspect of conservation in Cat Tien. Through intensified patrols and advanced technology, the park has significantly reduced wildlife crime. Our anti-poaching units, equipped with the latest surveillance tools, have disrupted poaching networks and saved countless animals.
Each snare removed and each arrest made marks a victory for wildlife conservation, protecting endangered species and restoring hope for their future. Cat Tien National Park is not only a sanctuary for wildlife but also a vital part of our global ecosystem, providing essential services that benefit all of humanity. Now, more than ever, we must unite to protect this natural heritage.
A critically endangered Javan Rhino, now extinct from Vietnam. Photo ©shutterstock.com
Vietnam's wildlife conservation story is one of resilience and hope. As government agencies, conservation organizations, and local communities unite, there is a growing awareness and commitment to protecting the country's unique biodiversity. Together, these efforts can ensure that the last elephants of Vietnam and other endangered species have a fighting chance to thrive once again.
Photo ©Andrea Pistolesi
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Global Conservation is committed to protecting our planet's most vital and endangered wilderness areas. Facing unprecedented threats like poaching, logging, mining, and land clearing, these pristine habitats are rapidly disappearing. Over the next decade, human activity is projected to consume half of the remaining intact wildlife habitats, putting iconic species at risk. As the only nature conservation organization solely focused on directly funding park protection systems for national parks and UNESCO World Heritage Sites in developing countries, Global Conservation prioritizes the preservation of these critical ecosystems. We work hand in hand with local and indigenous communities, empowering them as the first line of defense for their ancestral lands. Our flagship program, Global Park Defense, aims to extend "No Cut, No Kill" protection to 25 parks worldwide by 2025. Together with our partners and supporters, we strive to ensure the long-term survival of our planet's most precious natural treasures.
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