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Dak Lak protects animal welfare with elephant-friendly tourism model

Elephant-friendly tourism is a responsible form that helps minimise the impact of tourism activities on elephant health, contributing to conservation efforts and sustainable elephant tourism.

International efforts help preserve Vietnam pheasant

Belgium’s Antwerp Zoo will contribute two young birds and conduct genetic research to ensure the released population maintains healthy diversity.

Inside VN's endangered primate rescue center: A safe haven for rare wildlife

From daily health checkups to carefully curated diets, primates at Cuc Phuong National Park receive top-tier care. The red-shanked douc langur, a symbol of Vietnam’s rich biodiversity, remains one of the center’s most treasured species.

Media campaign launched to combat illegal ivory trade among tourists

A communication campaign highlighting the illegality of ivory product trade is being rolled out in Vietnam, targeting international tourists.

Wildlife poachers arrested in Tay Ninh's national park

Forest rangers in the southern province of Tay Ninh's Tan Bien district and the Lo Go - Xa Mat National Park Management Board on February 25 caught a man engaging in illegal wildlife hunting in the national park.

Rare animals released back into the wild

The Centre for Rescue, Conservation and Creature Development of the Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park announced on February 24 that it has returned several rare and endangered animals to their natural habitat.

Vietnam raising tourists’ awareness about ivory trade

In early 2023 and 2024, relevant agencies discovered four consecutive cases with more than eight tonnes of ivory seized.

Wildlife rescue centres: a lifeline for trafficked animals

Timely and continuous care is essential to their survival, making rescue work a demanding, round-the-clock job.

Wildlife crime crackdown: Man fined for preparing monkey-based medicine

A man in Nghe An was fined approximately $15,700 for illegally purchasing and cooking three endangered monkeys, which are protected under Vietnamese wildlife conservation laws.

Preserving Vietnam’s sea snakes: A scientist’s lifelong mission

With over 20 years of experience, marine biologist Cao Van Nguyen has built an invaluable collection of sea snake specimens to support research and conservation efforts.