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Mystery Monkey Discovered in Borneo
Mongabay - Feared extinct, obscure monkey rediscovered in Borneo
Scientific American - Nearly Extinct Primate Rediscovered in Borneo [Video]
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To integrate research, conservation and education activities to build a sustainable and holistic conservation program in Wehea Forest. Special attention is placed on Miller’s Grizzled Langur, an extremely rare and endangered monkey, which was discovered in Wehea Forest as part of last year’s RSG funded biodiversity study.
Orangutan in Wehea Forest.
This project is the next phase of a multi-year conservation plan for protecting the biodiversity of Wehea Forest, Indonesian Borneo. A biodiversity study in 2011, led by Integrated Conservation (formerly Ethical Expeditions) (1st RSG Funded), helped document numerous Vulnerable and Endangered (IUCN Red List) species. Wehea Forest contains high mammal diversity, making it a priority conservation area in Kalimantan. This study also confirmed the continued existence of Miller’s Grizzled Langur. This monkey was recently listed as one of the world’s 25 most endangered primates and is one of the rarest primates in Borneo.
Clouded Leopard from Wehea.
This projects seeks to address our lack of knowledge on the status and distribution of the extremely rare monkey, Miller’s Grizzled Langur. Research on Miller’s Grizzled Langur must also be coupled with efforts to reduce habitat loss and hunting, the two greatest threats for endangered species on Borneo. Hunting and lack of knowledge about the environment will be addressed through targeted social marketing campaigns, environmental education and a rediscovery program for local youth. Efforts will also be made to promote protection of the critical habitat around Wehea Forest, habitat which is necessary for ensuring the long-term survival of this species.
Specific outcomes of this project include: 1) Enhance conservation efforts to protect the endangered Miller’s Grizzled Langur by conducting research on the distribution and ecology of this monkey and implement a long-term biodiversity monitoring project; 2) Reduce human impacts that threaten the survival of Miller’s Grizzled Langur and other wildlife species; 3) Protect critical habit necessary to sustain viable populations of Miller’s Grizzled Langur and other wildlife species and establish a monitoring, evaluation and reporting program.
To ensure the development of a sustainable conservation program, this project will work with local and regional forest managers to develop a monitoring, evaluation and reporting program. This will ensure effective sustainable management of Wehea Forest, assist in resource allocation, promote accountability and transparency, and promote protected area values.