Richiesta di aiuto per la lontra più piccola dall’Asia.
Arturo and Margherita, two Asian otters at the Parco Zoo Pistoia, have become beloved ambassadors for their species. The otters, also known as Asian small-clawed otters, play a crucial role in raising awareness about the threats faced by their species. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) classifies the Asian otters as “vulnerable,” indicating a concerning level of threat due to human activities such as habitat destruction and illegal wildlife trade. To help protect these otters, the Parco Zoo Pistoia has been financially supporting the Save Vietnam’s Wildlife (SVW) organization, which focuses on safeguarding the world’s smallest otter species. The degradation of their habitat, caused by pollution from agricultural pesticides and the destruction of mangrove forests for shrimp farming, has led to the decline of their population. Additionally, the emerging trend of “wild animal cuddle bars” in Asia, which offers visitors the opportunity to interact with wildlife, including otters, has also fueled the illegal wildlife trade. To combat this issue, SVW has deployed a team of 16 young volunteers who patrol a 950 km2 area, working alongside national park rangers to identify and report violations. Animals intercepted during illegal activities are seized and rehabilitated before being released back into protected areas. SVW also prioritizes conservation education programs targeting both school children and adults. Supporting organizations like SVW is crucial in conserving endangered species, and individuals can contribute by adopting an otter from Parco Zoo Pistoia, with all proceeds going to SVW.
Una richiesta di aiuto arriva dall’asia per la più piccola lontra esistente
Pistoia Richiesta di aiuto per la lontra più piccola dall'Asia. GN