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Habitat conservation

Much of Borneo's rainforest has been lost which threatens the survival of the Bornean orangutan.

Reforestation

We have been supporting Regrow Borneo since 2020. The project combines scientific expertise and local knowledge to restore degraded areas of rainforest and establish crucial wildlife corridors.

This reforestation initiative supports livelihoods in local communities, increases biodiversity, and promotes ecosystem resilience in the Lower Kinabatangan, Sabah, Malaysia.

Amaziasizamoria Jumail and Field Assistant Lee measuring trees in the botanic plot

Firefighting

Fires poses an enormous risk to the remaining orangutan populations in Borneo and their habitat. Climate change is effecting weather patterns, making the dry seasons longer and therefore increasing the chance of forest fires.

We have been helping to fund the work of Borneo Nature Foundation (BNF) since 2012. BNF train and equip teams of local firefighters so that they are ready to respond to emergency situations.

Local Firefighters Photo By Borneo Nature Foundation

Species protection

Safe guarding critically endangered species in Borneo will aid in the survival of the ecosystem and unique biodiversity of the island. As well as supporting orangutan conservation, we have also raised funds for emergency appeals to help Bornean pygmy elephants.

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  • Orangutan hand and foot gripping rope at Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre

    Projects in the field

    Orangutan rehabilitation

    Rescued orangutans at Sepilok undergo a five-step rehabilitation programme to increase their chances of returning to the wild.

  • Orangutan Rescue

    Projects in the field

    Rescue & release

    We aid the rescue and release of orphaned, displaced and injured orangutans, as well as those who are victims of the illegal wildlife trade.

  • Team photo of Alvin, Bonny, Ibri, Lineker, Arnold Victor, Jergen, Rico, Sylvester, Reklin and Pamik standing in a line with arms crossed and smiling

    Projects in the field

    Care staff

    We employ 12 dedicated care staff and rangers at Sepilok.