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OUI Foundation aims to add 50 orangutans at Bukit Merah

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

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  • The Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island Foundation aims to add up to 50 orangutans and expand the island's area by 2036.
  • Foundation adviser Azmil Khuzaif Zakaria said widespread forest fires have caused wildlife conflicts, habitat loss and a higher risk of extinction.

The Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island Foundation is targeting an increase of up to 50 orangutans and a larger island area by 2036.

Foundation adviser Azmil Khuzaif Zakaria said widespread forest fires had intensified conflicts involving wildlife. The fires also caused animals to lose their habitats, increasing the risk of extinction.

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