Poaching threatens the existence of Javan gibbons
“The biggest threat to endemic primates is poaching,” said Arif Destriad. Poaching also threatens the existence of the Javan gibbon.
“The biggest threat to endemic primates is poaching,” said Arif Destriad. Poaching also threatens the existence of the Javan gibbon.
Coffee farmers, NGOs, researchers, and the government joined forces to conserve Javan gibbons and their habitat while boosting the local economy.
Essential Ecosystem Area is considered a middle way in harmonizing conservation and the community’s economy. However, education is needed for an effective collaborative forest management.
Former hunters growing coffee in Petungkriyono Forest, Java, are helping to conserve endangered Javan gibbons and other primates.