A group of forest protection volunteers recently discovered a chamois caught in a hunter’s trap while on patrol in Ta Lu commune, Dong Giang district. The animal was successfully rescued by the group and released back into the forest.
According to Mr. Le Hoang Son, Director of the Management Board of Sao La Species Conservation Area in Quang Nam, the incident occurred on April 17th. The Areh village community group was on patrol in sub-area 39 of Ta Lu commune when they found an adult chamois, weighing approximately 40 kg with black fur, caught in a trap. The animal’s front leg was trapped in a cable, rendering it immobile.
The chamois is scientifically known as Capricornis milneedwardsii and is classified as an endangered species. These animals belong to the bovine family and are native to Southeast Asia, particularly countries like Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, and Thailand. However, their population in Vietnam is declining due to hunting, trapping, and habitat loss.
The rescue of this chamois highlights the importance of conservation efforts in protecting endangered species like this one. It serves as a reminder that community groups and conservation areas play a vital role in safeguarding their future by removing threats they face from their environment.
The Sao La Conservation Area has been established to protect wildlife habitats and promote biodiversity within its boundaries. This incident underscores the need for continued efforts to protect endangered species and preserve their natural habitat.
In conclusion, the rescue of this chamois serves as an important reminder that conservation efforts must continue to protect endangered species like this one from extinction. Community groups like Areh village community group and conservation areas such as Sao La Species Conservation Area have an important role to play in safeguarding their future by removing threats they face from their environment.