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18 Nov 1196452044565045248

Two more camera trap photos from Khoun Xe Nong Ma #ProtectedArea, Laos: Large-antlered #Muntjac (CR) and #Sambar (VU). We're working with Gov of Lao, local communities, and @RainforestTrust to establish a #conservation #concession there. Photos © our local partners: SWG/GoL/LWCA.

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18 Nov 1196399480620437505

The #Endangered Annamite Striped #Rabbit (Nesolagus timminsi) photographed by a camera trap in Khoun Xe Nong Ma #ProtectedArea, Laos. Just one of many species we hope to protect in a new #conservation concession. Photo copyright of our local partners: SWG/GoL/LWCA.

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David Roberts @DrDavidLRoberts·

13 Nov 1194588949567725568

Out in @ConversationUK, my article 'Tiny fanged deer #rediscovery highlights Vietnam's wealth of bizarre but threatened #wildlife' @DICE_Kent @UniKentSAC @UniKent (supported by @JordanChadRaine @ConversationUK) #newspecies #extinction #illegalwildlifetrade

Rediscovery of 'extinct' mouse deer highlights Vietnam's wealth of bizarre but threatened wildlife

This diminutive deer isn't the only fantastical life form discovered in Vietnam. But hunting and habitat destruction threaten many with extinction.

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John E. Scanlon AO@JohnEScanlon·

12 Nov 1194247939641741312

'To save #wildlife, African governments turn to private management' @NatGeo https://t.co/ke9ht6WU7T

Threats to parks in #Africa have been successfully fended off through a partnership between @AfricanParks & governments working with communities

Insightful article @DavidQuammen

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