SANDAKAN : – After three months of diligent work planting napier grass, our conservation team was thrilled to witness a group of Borneo pygmy elephants enjoying the lush, nutritious grass opposite the Nature Lodge Kinabatangan today.
This rewarding sight underscores the success of our project and the positive impact of our efforts.
The planting initiative, managed by RESPonsible Elephant Conservation Trust (RESPECT), involved the careful planting of 19,360 stems per acre and 4,840 holes per acre.
This project is a crucial part of our mission to support the habitat needs of these majestic creatures and to address human-elephant conflicts.
By providing a reliable and nutritious food source, we aim to reduce the likelihood of elephants straying into agricultural areas and causing damage, which often leads to conflict with local communities.
Our goal is to create a harmonious balance between wildlife and human activities, ensuring the safety and well-being of both.
RESPECT’s chairmn Alexander Yee, expressed his satisfaction with the project’s progress, noting that the sight of elephants enjoying the napier grass is a significant milestone.
The dedicated efforts of our team have paid off, providing a vital food source for the elephants and supporting the overall balance of the ecosystem.
“We invite you to join us in this important cause. Your generous donations will help us continue our vital work in protecting and sustaining Borneo’s wildlife while mitigating human-elephant conflicts,” he said.
Every contribution makes a difference in ensuring that these magnificent animals have the resources they need to thrive.
To make a donation or learn more about our project, please visit our website myrespect.org
“Together, we can make a lasting impact on the conservation of Borneo’s precious wildlife, ” Yee said.
