Otter Civet: Rare Semi-aquatic Mammal of Southeast Asia

Discover the Otter Civet, a semi-aquatic mammal of Southeast Asia, and learn why palm oil deforestation threatens their wild riverine habitat

Agile Gibbon Hylobates agilis Palm Oil Detectives

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 #deforestation throughout their range.

Bornean Peacock-pheasant Polyplectron schleiermacheri Palm Oil Detectives

Protect Borneo's elusive Peacock-Pheasant. These rare birds, known for their iridescent plumage, face a grave threat from out-of-control palm oil plantations

Sipora Flying Squirrel Hylopetes sipora Palm Oil Detectives

On the small, forested island of #Sipora, #Indonesia the Sipora flying #squirrel Hylopetes sipora drifts silently between ancient trees. This rare squirrel is found nowhere else on earth.

Wrinkled Hornbill Rhabdotorrhinus corrugatus Palm Oil Detectives

Discover the fascinating world of the Wrinkled Hornbill. These ancient and magnificent birds thriving in lush primary evergreen and swamp forests up to 1,000 meters above sea level.

Smoky Flying Squirrel Pteromyscus pulverulentus Palm Oil Detectives

The Smoky Flying Squirrel (Pteromyscus pulverulentus) is a rare and elusive creature silently and gracefully gliding between the towering canopies of Southeast Asia’s rainforests.

Silvery Pigeon Columba argentina Palm Oil Detectives

Help save the Silvery Pigeon. One of Southeast Asia's most enigmatic birds, they are critically endangered, with an estimated population of fewer than 50.

Painted Terrapin Batagur borneoensis Palm Oil Detectives

The painted terrapin, or painted river terrapin (Batagur borneoensis), is one of the most beautiful and critically endangered freshwater turtles in the world.

Quince Monitor Facts, Size, Diet and Habitat

Discover Quince monitor facts: this large, bright yellow lizard faces threats from the pet trade and habitat destruction for palm oil

Painted Terrapin Batagur borneoensis Palm Oil Detectives

The painted terrapin, or painted river terrapin (Batagur borneoensis), is one of the most beautiful and critically endangered freshwater turtles in the world.

Sumatran Mesia Leiothrix laurinae Palm Oil Detectives

The Sumatran Mesia, also known as Leiothrix laurinae, is an exquisite song #bird endemic to the misty montane forests of #Sumatra, #Indonesia.

Silvery Pigeon Columba argentina Palm Oil Detectives

Help save the Silvery Pigeon. One of Southeast Asia's most enigmatic birds, they are critically endangered, with an estimated population of fewer than 50.

Conservation activists suing Indonesian zoo inspires more legal action Palm Oil Detectives

A lawsuit against a Sumatran zoo for illegally exhibiting threatened species like orangutans could inspire global action against the illegal wildlife trade

Bornean Banded Langur Presbytis chrysomelas Palm Oil Detectives

The Bornean banded langur, known for its striking black and white coat, is one of Southeast Asia’s most elusive and endangered primates.

Bornean Banded Langur Presbytis chrysomelas Palm Oil Detectives

The Bornean banded langur, known for its striking black and white coat, is one of Southeast Asia’s most elusive and endangered primates.

Straw-headed Bulbul Pycnonotus zeylanicus Palm Oil Detectives

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.

‘Everything is covered in ash’: Indonesia wildfires leave people in crisis

Fires severely impacting people's health in West Kalimantan, with pregnant women and children particularly vulnerable.

Sumatran Ground-cuckoo Carpococcyx viridis Palm Oil Detectives

The Sumatran Ground Cuckoo, a reclusive bird endemic to Sumatra’s dense forests who captivate with their distinctive iridescent plumage.

Sumatran Slow Loris Nycticebus hilleri Palm Oil Detectives

The Sumatran slow loris is a shy and placid smll primate endemic to the lush rainforests of Sumatra. They are famous for their large, expressive eyes, deliberate movements and tiny hands.

Helmeted Hornbill Rhinoplax vigil Palm Oil Detectives

Helmeted #Hornbills are spectacular, large and intelligent #birds native to SE Asia, known for their substantial helmet-like structure on their head called a casque made of ivory. This hefty head accounts for 11% of their 3kg body weight.

Sumatran Elephant Elephas maximus sumatranus Palm Oil Detectives

Sumatran Elephants are Critically Endangered, with populations declining by 80%. Threats include deforestation for palm oil and poaching Take action for them!

Only 1,325-1,648 wild elephants left in Indonesia, government says

A new 10-year plan for elephant conservation released by the Indonesian government places the country’s wild elephant population at an estimated 1,325-1,648 individuals.

Indonesia Pushes Forests Beyond Timber as Palm Oil Pays 10 Times More

Forest earns Rp4 million per hectare, oil palm Rp40 million. Inside Jakarta's plan to close the gap across 29 million hectares, backed by a new FSC-SVLK joint audit.

Sulawesi Crested Black Macaque Macaca nigra Palm Oil Detectives

Lively, intelligent and social Sulawesi Crested Black Macaques live in large groups and are attentive and caring to those in their troupe.

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Masked Finfoot Heliopais personatus Palm Oil Detectives

The Masked Finfoot is vanishing before our eyes. These rare and secretive waterbirds are in freefall due to palm oil expansion and habitat destruction.

Talaud Bear Cuscus Ailurops melanotis Palm Oil Detectives

High in the canopies of #Indonesia’s remote northern islands of Salibabu, Nusa, Bukide, and Sangihe, the Talaud Bear #Cuscus Ailurops melanotis moves at a pace so slow they barely disturbs the leaves.

Bangka Slow Loris Nycticebus bancanus Palm Oil Detectives

Shy and elusive tiny #primates, Bangka Slow Lorises were last reported from the wild in 1937. If the Bangka Slow Loris is still alive then the burning of their habitat and conversion to agriculture (especially palm oil plantations) is their greatest …

Green fuel compromised by dirty trade – a look at Indonesia’s palm oil export scandal - EIA

We investigate and campaign against environmental crime and abuse

Sunda Pangolin Facts Diet and Habitat

Discover Sunda pangolin facts: these scaly anteaters who roll into protective balls, sadly they are endangered from palm oil and poaching

Talaud Bear Cuscus Ailurops melanotis Palm Oil Detectives

High in the canopies of #Indonesia’s remote northern islands of Salibabu, Nusa, Bukide, and Sangihe, the Talaud Bear #Cuscus Ailurops melanotis moves at a pace so slow they barely disturbs the leaves.

Palm Oil Workers Exposed to Hazardous Pesticides Palm Oil Detectives

Palm oil workers in Colombia, Ghana, and Indonesia are regularly exposed to hazardous EU-banned pesticides like Paraquat for palm oil. Take action!

Malayan Tapir Tapirus indicus Palm Oil Detectives

The endangered Malay Tapir faces habitat loss from palm oil plantations, road kills, and snares. Less than 2,500 remain. Support #BoycottPalmOil to save them.

Quince Monitor Facts, Size, Diet and Habitat

Discover Quince monitor facts: this large, bright yellow lizard faces threats from the pet trade and habitat destruction for palm oil

Bornean White-bearded Gibbon Hylobates albibarbis Palm Oil Detectives

Bornean White-bearded Gibbon Hylobates albibarbis Endangered Indonesia (Kalimantan) The Bornean White-bearded Gibbon belongs to the genus Hylobates. The

Bornean White-bearded Gibbon Hylobates albibarbis Palm Oil Detectives

Bornean White-bearded Gibbon Hylobates albibarbis Endangered Indonesia (Kalimantan) The Bornean White-bearded Gibbon belongs to the genus Hylobates. The

Kalong Facts and Threats: The Malayan Flying Fox Under Siege Palm Oil Detectives

The kalong is the world’s largest bat, but this Malayan flying fox now faces hunting, persecution and palm oil-driven habitat loss across South and Southeast Asia.

Sumatran Cochoa Cochoa beccarii Palm Oil Detectives

The Sumatran Cochoa Cochoa beccarii is a rare and secretive forest-dwelling #songbird found only in the highland rainforests of #Sumatra #Indonesia.

Sea salt in Lombok Island, Indonesia is contaminated with microplastics: study

Sea salt sold in markets across Lombok Island, Indonesia, is contaminated with microplastics, according to a recent study. Microplastics are small plastic particles less than 5 millimeters in length that form when larger plastic waste breaks down.

Sumatran Cochoa Cochoa beccarii Palm Oil Detectives

The Sumatran Cochoa Cochoa beccarii is a rare and secretive forest-dwelling #songbird found only in the highland rainforests of #Sumatra #Indonesia.