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Indonesia plans to translocate Javan rhinos for genetic diversification

As there are indications of a decline in genetic variety among Javan rhinos in the wild, the translocation is expected to help prevent inbreeding and strengthen the genetic resilience of the population.

There are indications of a decline in genetic variety among Javan rhinos in the wild, according to an official of the Indonesian Ministry of Forestry. (Illustrative photo: Xinhua/VNA)
There are indications of a decline in genetic variety among Javan rhinos in the wild, according to an official of the Indonesian Ministry of Forestry. (Illustrative photo: Xinhua/VNA)

Jakarta (VNA) – The Indonesian Ministry of Forestry is planning to translocate several Javan rhinos (Rhinoceros sondaicus) to the Javan Rhino Study and Conservation Area (JRSCA) as part of a breeding programme to conserve the endangered species.

In a statement on June 5, the ministry’s Director General of Natural Resources and Ecosystem Conservation, Satyawan Pudyatmoko, explained that the programme aims to genetically diversify the rhino population.

He noted there are indications of a decline in genetic variety among Javan rhinos in the wild. Therefore, translocation to the JRSCA could help prevent inbreeding and strengthen the genetic resilience of the population.

The plan will be carried out by the Forestry Ministry in partnership with the Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL), the Indonesian Rhinoceros Foundation (YABI), and other partners.

Several rhinos will be moved about 14 kilometers from the Ujung Kulon Peninsula —both located within the Ujung Kulon National Park in Banten province— using tactical TNI-AL vehicles via sea routes, the official elaborated.

In preparation, the TNI-AL Marine Corps has conducted a simulation to test the use of Kapa K-61 amphibious battle vehicles for transporting the Javan rhinos. The simulation involved a specially designed cage weighing about one tonne, equipped with ventilation and shock-absorption buffers to ensure sufficient oxygen supply and minimise jolts.

Meanwhile, Commander of the Marine Corps’ Artillery Transport Amphibious Vehicle Battalion (Yonkapa) 1, Major Bayhaky C. Chipta, emphasised that the mission reflects TNI-AL’s preparedness for rescuing wild animals during natural disasters.

He added the amphibious vehicles meet the standards required to safely translocate Javan rhinos, supporting efforts to improve the species' survival prospects./.

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