BAT CONSERVATION TRUST

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Operation Wallacea

Our Minister for the Environment, Redingote Pronc, is taking part in this project in 2001. This is an opportunity to make a tangible contribution to conservation and sustainable development in an area rich in biodiversity, but poor in material resources. The rewards inherent in safeguarding threatened habitats, witnessing the discovery of new species and interacting with fascinating, endangered cultures speak for themselves. Between project tasks there is ample scope for relaxation, pleasure diving or wildlife observation, but those simply seeking an adventure holiday should look elsewhere.

Operation Wallacea is a series of scientific wildlife survey and conservation expeditions to a remote corner of the island of Sulawesi. It has been running wildlife research and community development projects in SE Sulawesi for the last 6 years.  In 2000 there were nearly 300 mainly University students, together with 20 scientists, 3 professional photographers, 2 artists, expert trackers and forest support teams, diving staff and extensive logistics team to support the wide range of projects completed.

Picture: Alfred Russel Wallace who first studied the islands

WolfTown rescues unwanted wolves and high-percentage wolf hybrids. Abandoned and/or unwanted animals area cared for and re-socialized with our other wolves. Animals are given health treatment as needed and hybrids are neutered.

Participants in this project learn about wolf society, behavior, and current issues.  Wolves teach good social behavior; they work co-operatively in a group to hunt and care for young, demonstrate strong family bonds, and take care of orphans and the old.