Dozens of rare wild animals released back into the wild in Gia Lai
VOV.VN - Thirty-one rare wild animals belonging to 10 endangered species have been released back into the wild in central Gia Lai province after undergoing rescue, rehabilitation and health checks at a local conservation centre.
The animals were released by the Rescue, Conservation and Species Development Centre under the Kon Ka Kinh National Park Management Board, following a rehabilitation process designed to restore their health and natural behaviours.
The 10 species are classified as endangered, precious and rare forest animals in Groups IB and IIB and play an important role in maintaining the balance of natural forest ecosystems.
The released animals include mountain turtles, pig-tailed macaques, Asian water monitors and reticulated pythons, as well as Sunda pangolins and pygmy slow lorises. The latter two species are classified in Group IB and face serious threats from illegal hunting and wildlife trafficking.
According to the centre, the animals underwent professional rescue and rehabilitation, including veterinary treatment, appropriate nutrition and measures to restore their natural behaviours. The process gradually helped them recover their health and ability to survive in the wild.
Health checks conducted in early August 2026 found that all 31 animals were in good condition, regained their natural instincts and were capable of living independently in the forest.
The release was carried out under the supervision of local authorities and forest rangers to ensure compliance with relevant procedures and regulations and safeguard the animals during their return to the wild.
The reintroduction of endangered wildlife is expected to help restore species populations in the forest ecosystem managed by Kon Ka Kinh National Park, while also highlighting the role of local rescue and conservation efforts.
The activity also promotes biodiversity conservation and encourages the community to help prevent the illegal hunting, keeping and trafficking of wildlife.
All the released animals were received by the centre in August and September 2026 through voluntary handovers by local residents and coordination with relevant authorities in Gia Lai province.
Kon Ka Kinh releases 24 rare, endangered animals into the wild
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