Rare Slow Loris Found in Mango Tree

On December 13th, Mr. Ho Thanh Vu, a resident of Phu Huu Ward, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City, unexpectedly discovered a small slow loris on a mango tree in his backyard. Recognizing it as a rare wild animal, Mr. Vu contacted the forest rangers to hand it over.

The Ho Chi Minh City Forest Protection Department confirmed that the slow loris was a pygmy slow loris, scientifically known as Nycticebus pygmaeus, belonging to group IB in the list of endangered and rare wild animals. The slow loris was female, weighed about 0.3 kg, and was in good health. After receiving the animal, the department transferred it to the Cu Chi Wildlife Rescue Center for care and rehabilitation before being released back into the wild.

The slow loris individual was kept by the citizen and handed over to the Forest Protection Agency. (Photo: CTV)

It can be seen that Mr. Vu’s voluntary act of handing over the wild animal is commendable. According to a representative of the Ho Chi Minh City Forest Protection Department, in recent times, many people have voluntarily handed over rare animals such as small-clawed otters and Javan pangolins, contributing to the protection and preservation of biodiversity. This positive contribution from citizens has helped protect the ecosystem and ensure that wild animals have a chance to return to nature.

Mr. Vu’s actions not only demonstrate a sense of responsibility towards wild animals but also help spread a positive image of environmental protection. If you find any wild animals, please promptly report them to the authorities for protection and handling according to the law.

Source: Thanh Nien newspaper