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There is very little data available on the wildlife living and using the forest edge where there is significant human-wildlife conflict.

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By collecting photographic evidence over time, the Sumatran Ranger Project can track population trends, movement patterns, and habitat use, which is critical for making informed conservation decisions.

Data helps us answer key questions like:

• Where are certain species most active?

• Are populations increasing or declining?

• How are animals responding to conservation efforts?

• Is there a risk of human-wildlife conflict here that we can act now to prevent?

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Critically endangered species such as Sumatran tigers, Sumatran elephants, Sunda pangolins as well as Malayan sun bears, serow, porcupines and Muntjac deer can be found in the Leuser ecosystem, along with a multitude of other bird, reptile, mammal and plant species.

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Thanks to support from our partners Toronto Zoo, Thin Green Line Foundation, and Memphis Zoo staff, we have monitor trail cameras along the forest edge, to monitor and collect data on these precious species without disturbing them.

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We also provide employment to a team of locals to monitor the camera traps and trails and upload images.

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So far we have collected data on more than 150 species!

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The more we understand the wildlife dynamics of the forest-edge, the better we can prioritise patrol zones, focus anti-poaching efforts, and design targeted strategies to protect key species and habitats.