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Eastern Gorilla Gorilla beringei
Eastern Gorilla Gorilla beringei Critically Endangered Location: Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Rwanda, and Uganda The Eastern gorilla, the largest living primate, is a symbol of stren…Palm Oil Detectives
Eastern #Gorillas 🦍🦍 are large! Males weigh up to 200kg. They use vocalisations, facial expressions, and body language to communicate. #Critically #endangered by #mining #palmoil #deforestation and #poaching. 🌴🪔🔥🩸🤢⛔️ #Boycott4Wildlife
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/03/27/eastern-gorilla-gorilla-beringei/
Eastern Gorilla Gorilla beringei
Eastern Gorilla Gorilla beringei Critically Endangered Congo, The Democratic Republic of the; Rwanda; Uganda Gorillas are some of the most powerful and striking animals in the world. Not only for t…Palm Oil Detectives
#Siamangs are the biggest #gibbons and arguably the most excitable with a cacophony of jungle calls 🦍🎶 ✨🐵Threats include #palmoil #deforestation and #hunting. Fight for them when you #Boycottpalmoil 🌴🔥⛔️ @palmoildetect #Boycott4Wildlife
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/02/05/siamang-symphalangus-syndactylus/
Siamang Symphalangus syndactylus
Siamang Symphalangus syndactylus Endangered Indonesia, Thailand, Sumatra The Siamang lives in primary and secondary semi-deciduous and tropical evergreen forest. All levels of the canopy are used, …Palm Oil Detectives
Great Green Macaw Ara ambiguus
Explore the conservation efforts for the Great Green Macaw (Ara ambiguus), a critically endangered parrot facing threats from habitat loss and illegal pet trade. Find out how you can help protect t…Palm Oil Detectives
With their blazing yellow eyes, southern river terrapins cut a striking figure. They are critically endangered from #palmoil and #mining #deforestation in Indonesia and Malaysia. Fight for them and #Boycottpalmoil #Boycott4Wildlife
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/01/25/southern-river-terrapin-batagur-affinis/
Southern River Terrapin Batagur affinis
With their blazing yellow eyes, southern river terrapins cut a striking figure. They are critically endangered from #palmoil and #mining #deforestation in Indonesia and Malaysia. Fight for them and…Palm Oil Detectives
Striking #songbird Sumatran laughingthrush is highly social with a laughter-like trill🦜🦜💚🎶🥁 They are #endangered due to the illegal caged bird trade and #palmoil #deforestation. Take action! #BoycottPalmOil 🌴☠️🤮🙈⛔️ #Boycott4Wildlife
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/01/24/otter-civet-cynogale-bennettii-2/
Sumatran Laughingthrush Garrulax bicolor
The Sumatran laughingthrush, with their striking black-and-white plumage and melodic song, is one of Sumatra’s most distinctive bird species. Found exclusively in the island’s montane forests, this…Palm Oil Detectives
Known as 'Chasma Bandar' for their beautiful spectacled eyes 👓🐵🐒 Phayre's leaf monkeys are a distinctive #monkey in #India 🇮🇳 #Bangladesh 🇧🇩, #endangered by #palmoil #deforestation 🌴🔥🚫 Fight for them! #Boycottpalmoil #Boycott4Wildlife
http://palmoildetectives.com/2024/10/31/phayres-leaf-monkey-trachypithecus-phayrei/
Phayre’s Leaf Monkey Trachypithecus phayrei
Phayre’s leaf monkey, also known as Phayre’s langur, are remarkable Old World monkeys distinguished by large, white-rimmed eyes that lend them a “spectacled” appearance. Known locally as ‘Cha…Palm Oil Detectives
S.E #Asia's largest freshwater #turtle are critically endangered #Malaysian Giant #Turtles 🐢💚 Threats include #palmoil #deforestation and illegal capture for food. Help them to survive when you #Boycottpalmoil 🌴🚫#Boycott4Wildlife 🙌
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/01/24/malaysian-giant-turtle-orlitia-borneensis/
Malaysian Giant Turtle Orlitia borneensis
The Malaysian giant turtle, or Bornean river turtle, is Southeast Asia’s largest freshwater turtle. These gentle aquatic giants are critically important for maintaining the balance of their fragile…Palm Oil Detectives
Lighter coloured than other #pachyderms, Sumatran #Elephants deserve to live in freedom. They're 🐘💀 critically endangered in #Indonesia 🇮🇩 due to #palmoil #deforestation and #poaching. #BoycottPalmOil 🌴🪔🤮☠️⛔️ #Boycott4Wildlife
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/01/19/sumatran-elephant-elephas-maximus-sumatranus/
Sumatran Elephant Elephas maximus sumatranus
Discover the endangered Sumatran Elephant (Elephas maximus sumatranus), a majestic species facing threats from palm oil deforestation. Learn how you can help protect these gentle giants. #BoycottPa…Palm Oil Detectives
Sumatran Rhino Dicerorhinus sumatrensis
The Sumatran rhinoceros, the smallest and hairiest of all rhino species, is a living relic of the Pleistocene epoch. Often referred to as “living fossils,” they are more closely related to the exti…Palm Oil Detectives
The colourful and intelligent 🤯🌈 Red-shanked Douc Langur faces many threats including #deforestation and hunting. They are critically endangered! Boycott the brands destroying their home. #Boycottpalmoil 🌴🛢️🚫🙊 #Boycott4Wildlife
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/01/25/red-shanked-douc-langur-pygathrix-nemaeus/
Red-shanked Douc Langur Pygathrix nemaeus
If you have never seen the Red-shanked Douc Langur, you are in for a real treat. These vividly coloured creatures have a fairytale quality. They thrive in lush forests, from lowlands to mountainous…Palm Oil Detectives
Asia's most majestic and heaviest #tortoise 🐢🐢💚🫶 is the Asian Giant Tortoise averaging 35kgs. They're critically endangered by #palmoil #deforestation and illegal pet trade. Fight for their survival when you #BoycottPalmOil #Boycott4Wildlife 🌴🙊⛔️☠️
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/01/25/asian-giant-tortoise-manouria-emys/
Asian Giant Tortoise Manouria emys
The Asian Giant Tortoise, Asia’s largest tortoise species, is distinguished by their impressive size and unique nesting behaviours. Inhabiting evergreen forests, they play a crucial role in maintai…Palm Oil Detectives
Vibrant yellow #birds and songstresses 🦜💛🎵🎶 of the #rainforest, Straw-headed bulbuls are critically endangered in #Indonesia 🇮🇩 #Malaysia 🇲🇾 due to #palmoil 🌴🚫 #deforestation. Fight for them and #BoycottPalmOil #Boycott4Wildlife
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/01/25/straw-headed-bulbul-pycnonotus-zeylanicus/
Straw-headed Bulbul Pycnonotus zeylanicus
The Straw-headed Bulbul is a striking bright yellow bird known for their vibrant song, often described as one of the most melodious in the bird world. Their powerful calls echo through Southeast As…Palm Oil Detectives
August 19th is #WorldOrangutanDay
Although #WorldOrangutanDay falls on the 19th of August, in our opinion, every day deserves to be World Orangutan Day! So here is an infographic that you can download, print and share however you p…Palm Oil Detectives
The Javan #Rhino is the world's most endangered of the 5 #rhinoceros 🦏🩶 There are only a few dozen left 😟🧐 Threats include #poaching #palmoil expansion and #deforestation. Support them when you #BoycottPalmOil 🌴☠️🩸🙊⛔️ #Boycott4Wildlife
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/01/24/javan-rhinoceros-rhinoceros-sondaicus/
Javan Rhinoceros Rhinoceros sondaicus
The Javan rhinoceros, also called the Sunda rhinoceros, is a critically endangered species and one of the world’s rarest large mammals. There are only a few dozen left alive in Ujung Kulon National…Palm Oil Detectives
Large Spotted #Civets look a bit feline but they're not. #Endangered in SE Asia, they're eaten in China and may be #extinct there now. Their main threat is #palmoil #deforestation 🌴🪔☠️⛔️ Take action and #BoycottPalmOil #Boycott4Wildlife
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/01/24/large-spotted-civet-viverra-megaspila/
Large-spotted Civet Viverra megaspila
The Large-spotted Civet is an elusive and mysterious nocturnal carnivore of Southeast Asia. They are recognised for their large black spots on a greyish-buff coat and play an essential role in the …Palm Oil Detectives
Northern Muriqui Brachyteles hypoxanthus
Northern Muriquis (AKA Woolly Spider Monkeys) have a striking light brown and golden fur and are known for their rattling vocalisations. They live in large communities and act as critical seed disp…Palm Oil Detectives
The Borneo Bay Cat 🐱🐈😻 is a rare #wildcat who are unimpressed at being photographed or found. Threats include #palmoil #deforestation and #poaching. Fight for their survival and #BoycottPalmOil 🌴🪔☠️🤮⛔️ #Boycott4Wildlife
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/01/25/borneo-bay-cat-catopuma-badia/
Borneo Bay Cat Catopuma badia
The Borneo Bay Cat, also known as the Bay Cat, is a small wildcat species endemic to the island of Borneo. Renowned for their elusive nature, they inhabit dense tropical forests and are among the l…Palm Oil Detectives
The Balabac Mouse Deer is a timid and tiny deer 🦌 one of the smallest in the 🌍. They are endangered and may be extinct in #Malaysia 🇲🇾 due to #palmoil #deforestation, the pet trade and #poaching. Support them! #Boycottpalmoil 🌴🙊🔥⛔️ #Boycott4Wildlif
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/01/25/balabac-mouse-deer-tragulus-nigricans/
Balabac Mouse Deer Tragulus nigricans
Balabac Mouse Deer Tragulus nigricans Endangered Extant (resident) Philippines; Presence Uncertain: Malaysia The Balabac Mouse-deer, also known as the Philippine Mouse-deer or locally as Pilandok, …Palm Oil Detectives
Milky Storks are wetlands-dwelling #birds of #Indonesia #Malaysia 🦢🪶🩷 They're #endangered by #deforestation #pollution and #agriculture. Boycott the brands destroying their home #BoycottPalmOil 🌴🤮🩸🔥☠️⛔️ #Boycott4Wildlife
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/01/25/milky-stork-mycteria-cinerea/
Milky Stork Mycteria cinerea
The Milky Stork is a striking wading bird native to Southeast Asia’s coastal mangroves and wetlands. Recognisable by their predominantly white plumage and contrasting black flight feathers, they pl…Palm Oil Detectives
Gentle and shy tree-dwellers with famous long noses 👃 🐒🤎 Proboscis Monkey are #endangered in #Malaysia and #Indonesia. Their main threat is #palmoil and #mining #deforestation. Help them to survive when u #Boycottpalmoil #Boycott4Wildlife
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/01/25/proboscis-monkey-nasalis-larvatus/
Proboscis Monkey Nasalis larvatus
Known for their pronounced long noses, Proboscis Monkeys are gentle and shy tree-dwelling creatures found in the riparian and riverine forests of magroves and swamps in Malaysia and Indonesia on th…Palm Oil Detectives
Agile Gibbons sing in local accents, have strong family bonds, monogamous partnerships. They're #endangered in #Indonesia #Thailand and #Malaysia by #palmoil #deforestation and other threats. Take action #Boycottpalmoil #Boycott4Wildlife
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/01/25/agile-gibbon-hylobates-agilis/
Agile Gibbon Hylobates agilis
Agile gibbons communicate using local “accents” and form close familial and social bonds. They are endangered in #Indonesia, #Malaysia and #Thailand mainly due to timber and #palmoil #d…Palm Oil Detectives
Celebrate the world's smallest rhino 🦏 🩵💔 the critically endangered Sumatran #Rhino. They face imminent #extinction from #palmoil #deforestation and #poaching. Help them to survive and be #vegan #BoycottPalmOil 🔥🌴🚫#Boycott4Wildlife
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/01/20/sumatran-rhino-dicerorhinus-sumatrensis/
Sumatran Rhino Dicerorhinus sumatrensis
The Sumatran rhinoceros, the smallest and hairiest of all rhino species, is a living relic of the Pleistocene epoch. Often referred to as “living fossils,” they are more closely related to the exti…Palm Oil Detectives
With striking bright green plumage and melodious song, Sumatran Leaf Birds 🦜 💚are rarely heard in Sumatra's #rainforests. #Palmoil #deforestation and the illegal #pet trade are threats. Take action #BoycottPalmOil 🌴☠️⛔️ #Boycott4Wildlife
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/01/20/sumatran-leafbird-chloropsis-media/
Sumatran Leafbird Chloropsis media
The Sumatran Leafbird is a vibrant songbird native exclusively to the lush forests of Sumatra. Celebrated for their striking green plumage and melodious calls, these birds play a vital role in thei…Palm Oil Detectives
https://palmoildetectives.com/2021/01/25/bornean-rainbow-toad-ansonia-latidisca?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=Palm+Oil+Detectives&utm_campaign=publer
Bornean Rainbow Toad Ansonia latidisca
The Bornean Rainbow Toad, also known as the Sambas Stream Toad, is a vibrantly coloured amphibian native to the rainforests of Borneo. This elusive species was rediscovered in 2011 after being unse…Palm Oil Detectives
Uniquely beautiful Bald-headed Uacaris are unusual with their bright red faces. Threats include #palmoil #meat #soy and gold #mining #deforestation. Fight for their survival and #BoycottPalmOil and #gold! #Boycott4Wildlife @palmoildetect.bsky.social https
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/02/24/bald-headed-uacari-cacajao-calvus/
Bald-headed Uacari Cacajao calvus
With their long shaggy coats and striking bright red faces, Bald-headed Uacaris are true icons of the Amazon rainforest and are found in Brazil, Peru and Colombia. When an Uacari has a bright red f…Palm Oil Detectives
Drill Mandrillus leucophaeus
According to National Geographic, Drills are shy creatures that live in one small and remote area of Africa. Their faces aren’t as colourful as another species in their genus the Mandrill. Ye…Palm Oil Detectives
Indian Rhinoceros (Greater One-horned Rhino) Rhinoceros unicornis
The largest of the three rhino species in Asia, the Indian Rhino has a distinctive and unique armour-plated look which lends them a fairytale quality that has captivated admirers for aeons. Althoug…Palm Oil Detectives
Help the #endangered Giant Ground #Pangolin 🙏🌿 of #Africa and boycott #Chinese medicine using them. Spoiler alert: their scales DO NOT CURE ANYTHING! Another threat is #palmoil #deforestation #Boycottpalmoil #Boycott4Wildlife #COP16 @palmoildetect https
http://palmoildetectives.com/2024/10/27/giant-pangolin-smutsia-gigantea/
Giant Pangolin Smutsia gigantea
The Giant Pangolin is are the largest and heaviest of the pangolin species weighing up to 35 kilos. These majestic creature are cloaked in keratin armour and embark on nightly quests through Centra…Palm Oil Detectives
The mighty and majestic #tiger 🐅🐯 of #Sumatra are on the brink of #extinction from #palmoil and #mining #deforestation. Less than 400 remain alive! 😭Use your wallet as a weapon and fight for them #Boycottpalmoil #Boycott4Wildlife 🌴🔥🚫
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/01/20/tiger-panthera-tigris/
Tiger Panthera tigris
Tigers, primarily native to Asia’s tropical forests, have seen their habitats shrink dramatically over time. Notably, the Amur Tiger endures in Russia, and there have been sightings of these …Palm Oil Detectives
The Blue-backed Parrot 🦜 of the #Philippines 🇵🇭 is #endangered due to massive #deforestation for #palmoil 🌴🪔🥩🔥⛔️ and #meat #agriculture. Support their survival in the supermarket, be #vegan and #BoycottPalmOil 🫶 #Boycott4Wildlife
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/01/21/blue-backed-parrot-tanygnathus-everetti/
Blue-backed Parrot Tanygnathus everetti
Blue-backed Parrot Tanygnathus everetti Endangered Location: Philippines Nearly one-third of parrot species in the world are threatened with extinction. According to a 2021 study, current protected…Palm Oil Detectives
Meek and gentle white-bellied #pangolins are ruthlessly hunted for their scales which have ZERO medicinal value. A growing threat is #palmoil 🌴🪔🤢and #tobacco 🚭 #deforestation. Help them survive! #BoycottPalmOil #Boycott4Wildlife
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/01/18/white-bellied-pangolin-phataginus-tricuspis/
White-bellied Pangolin Phataginus tricuspis
The White-bellied Pangolin also commonly known as the Tree Pangolin is a fascinating creature that is like a giant pest controller, estimated to consume around 70 million insects per year. Pangolin…Palm Oil Detectives
Resourceful with long sensing whiskers for swamp living, #Otter Civets 🦦 face unprecedented threats from #palmoil and #gold #mining #deforestation on #Borneo. Fight extinction! #BoycottPalmOil 🌴🪔⛔️ #BoycottGold 🥇⛔️ #Boycott4Wildlife @palmoildetect
http://palmoildetectives.com/2021/01/24/otter-civet-cynogale-bennettii/
Otter Civet Cynogale bennettii
The beautiful and elusive Otter Civet lives primarily in peatland forests and riverine swamps. Their prominent snouts and long whiskers give them keen sensory understanding of their environment. Th…Palm Oil Detectives
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Sumatran Rhino Dicerorhinus sumatrensis
Sumatran Rhino Dicerorhinus sumatrensis Critically Endangered Population: 34-47 living in the wild Celebrate the world’s smallest rhino 🦏 🩵💔 the critically endangered Sumatran #Rhino. They fa…Palm Oil Detectives
Four-horned Chameleon Trioceros quadricornis
The Four-Horned Chameleon Trioceros quadricornis, native to Cameroon’s rainforests, is an extraordinary reptile known for its distinct three facial horns and their legendary ability to blend into t…Palm Oil Detectives
Western Lowland Gorilla Gorilla gorilla
Mighty, intelligent and gentle Western Lowland Gorillas are well-loved apes, they are #critically endangered by #deforestation and habitat loss for #palmoil, cocoa and mining along with disease and…Palm Oil Detectives
Nicobar Islands Port and Palm Oil: Threatens Giant Turtles
On Great Nicobar Island in the most southerly part of India, big plans are in motion to transform the island into a shipping hub and destroy its native ecosystems including mangroves, reef systems …Palm Oil Detectives
Pygmy Marmoset Cebuella niveiventris and Cebuella pygmaea
The petite pygmy marmoset, the world’s tiniest true monkey, boasts a mix of brownish-gold, grey, and tawny fur. These little wonders, weighing just around 100 grams, communicate uniquely usin…Palm Oil Detectives
Golden Langur Trachypithecus geei
The regal, striking looking Golden Langur is also known by the common names Gee’s Golden Langur. They are the most endangered primate species in India and are considered to be sacred to many …Palm Oil Detectives
Philippine Eagle Pithecophaga jefferyi
Apex predator and flying royalty of the jungle, Philippine #Eagles are critically endangered from #climatechange, #palmoil, #timber and #cacao #deforestation and illegal #hunting. There are estimat…Palm Oil Detectives