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Shayla is in the rainforest along the Kinebetongen River located on Borneo, Malaysia. She is working with 8 Malaysia to plant saplings in a critical corridor that is important for animal movement. The reforestation project began in 2017 and is ongoing. Shayla also helps clear tall grasses and vines to give the saplings the best chance to grow. This is another priority area for reforestation with many animal species passing through, including Bornean elephants. Shayla thanks 8 Malaysia and the Denver Zoo for allowing her to be a part of this important project.
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The Denver Zoo Primate Keeper Shayla Bellis traveled to Borneo, Malaysia, last year to aid rainforest conservation efforts for two weeks. Shayla collaborated with Ape Malaysia and other environmentalists to assist with reforestation initiatives. Check out the video below to discover about the endangered species that live in these rainforests and the significance of reforestation work in commemorating #InternationalDayOfForests.
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Denver Zoo Primate Keeper Supports Vital Rainforest Conservation in Borneo, Malaysia
Denver Zoo Primate Keeper Shayla Bellis recently traveled to Borneo, Malaysia to support vital rainforest conservation efforts in the region. Her two weeks of hard work with Ape Malaysia and other conservationists were aimed at helping with rainforest restoration work.
Rainforest conservation is a critical issue in Malaysia, which has one of the highest deforestation rates in the world. According to the United Nations, the country has lost more than 10% of its forests between 1990 and 2015. This rapid loss of rainforests is causing irrevocable damage to the environment, which in turn is affecting wildlife species that call these forests home.
The Importance of Rainforest Restoration
Rainforest restoration is a vital conservation effort that aims to restore damaged forests and promote their regeneration. Through activities such as tree planting and forest management, damaged forests can be slowly rehabilitated, restoring critical habitats for flora and fauna in the area. By helping with this effort, Shayla and her team were working towards ensuring that the rainforests of Borneo, Malaysia are healthier and more resilient in the long run.
The Work of Ape Malaysia
Ape Malaysia is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting primates and their habitats in Malaysia. The organization works towards the conservation of the region’s primates by promoting research, education, and awareness on primate and habitat conservation issues.
During Shayla’s two-week stay, she worked closely with the organization to support their rainforest restoration efforts. She participated in activities such as tree planting, forest management, and wildlife monitoring to ensure that the forests are rehabilitated sustainably, without impacting the wildlife that calls these forests home.
The Species that Call the Rainforests Home
The rainforests of Borneo are home to a vast array of wildlife species, including orangutans, proboscis monkeys, and hornbills. These species rely on the rainforests for their survival, as they provide critical habitats, food, and resources. However, due to the rapid loss of rainforests in the area, many of these species are at risk of extinction.
Through rainforest conservation and restoration work, Shayla and her team were working towards ensuring that these species have a safe and sustainable habitat to thrive in. By planting trees and restoring degraded areas, the team was helping to rebuild the habitats that have been destroyed, providing a safe haven for the species to live in.
The Importance of Rainforest Conservation
Rainforest conservation is a critical issue in Malaysia and across the world. The loss of rainforests not only reduces the habitat for wildlife but also contributes to climate change, deforestation, soil erosion, and other environmental problems.
By supporting rainforest conservation efforts, we can help protect the environment, promote the regeneration of damaged forests, and ensure that the species that call these forests home are protected for generations to come.
In conclusion, Shayla’s work with Ape Malaysia is a testament to the crucial role that conservationists play in promoting rainforest conservation and restoration. Through her efforts, Shayla and her team have contributed towards ensuring that the rainforests of Borneo, Malaysia are healthier and more resilient in the long run.
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Last year, Denver Zoo Primate Keeper Shayla Bellis traveled to Borneo, Malaysia to support vital rainforest conservation efforts in the region. For two weeks, she worked with Ape Malaysia and a team of other conservationists to help with rainforest restoration work. In honor of #InternationalDayOfForests, check out the video below to hear from Shayla about this important reforestation work as well as the species who call these rainforests home.
Video Credit: Keeper Shayla Bellis
Conservation,Denver Zoo
