Trafficked orangutan repatriated from India
Named Heera, the male orangutan is currently undergoing rehabilitation at the Sumatran Rescue Alliance (SRA) in Bukit Mas district, Langkat regency.
A Sumatran orangutan, named Heera, has been repatriated from India after being illegally trafficked. The 3.5-year-old male orangutan is currently being rehabilitated at the Sumatran Rescue Alliance in Bukit Mas district, Langkat regency. The Forestry Ministry successfully returned the orangutan through Kualanamu International Airport in Deli Serdang, North Sumatra, on Monday.
Forestry Minister Raja Juli Antoni emphasized that this repatriation not only reunites an individual orangutan with its home but also demonstrates the government's commitment to protecting wildlife trade. He highlighted the importance of intergovernmental cooperation and various stakeholders in rescuing wildlife animals.
Raja Juli expressed gratitude towards the Indian government and all parties involved in the repatriation process. He stated that this incident proves that cross-country cooperation can provide opportunities for wildlife victims of illegal trafficking to receive treatment and improve their lives. However, he stressed that ensuring the well-being of the repatriated orangutan is crucial, and the rehabilitation process must be carried out properly.
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