Phnom Tamao, A Sanctuary for all
Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Centre (PTWRC) is a wildlife sanctuary located roughly 40 km south of Phnom Penh, Cambodia. This center was established in 1995 and is the largest zoological Park in Cambodia. At PTWRC we have animal husbandry specialists, veterinarians, and care takers assisting in the feeding and caring for the animals. PTWRC currently houses over 1,200 rescued [...]
Southern Cardamom REDD+ project brings clean water to 29 communities
In February 2022, A woman in Pur Beoung-Chhay Reap community was seen bathing her kids from a water hole. Wildlife Alliance’s team spoke with her. She said, “I am a single mother and I have two kids. I walk around 7-8 km from home to this water hole just so that I could carry a few liters of water for my [...]
Bringing tigers back to Cambodia
On this day in 2010, tiger range countries came together with a bold ambition: to double the number of tigers by 2022. Now, Cambodia is making good on its plan to reintroduce tigers. Here’s an explainer on tiger reintroduction in the Cardamom Rainforest Landscape. A Happy World Tiger Day Update: On 28 July 2022, a cross sectoral Consultation Meeting was held [...]
Unauthorized gibbon release averted at Angkor Archeological Park!
Preventing a tame gibbon from being released by an Angkor visitor into the territory of the first gibbon pair highlights the importance of proper wildlife release protocols and strong community relationships! An update from Wildlife Alliance Grant Manager / Community Conservation Technical Advisor, Elisabeth Gish All photos are courtesy of @casadetake With all of the recent otter and bird releases, [...]
Rewilding Angkor: Hornbills and Green Peafowl make a comeback!
In celebration of World Rewilding Day, here’s an update on the latest releases at Angkor, including birds species, Great Hornbill and Green Peafowl! This year, the Angkor Wildlife Release Project turns nine. Since 2013, over 40 animals have been released at the site, primarily mammals like Pileated Gibbons, Silvered Langurs and Smooth-coated Otters. Last year was the turn of the birds [...]
A pangolin is born!
Happy #WorldPangolinDay! This celebration is in its 11th year. Read on for more on how we protect pangolins in Cambodia, and how you can tip the scales in their favour. Let's dive in with some exciting news! In early January, rescued female Sunda pangolin, Gerti, gave birth! We're delighted to welcome another pangopup! For this critically endangered species, every one [...]
Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Centre (PTWRC) is a wildlife sanctuary located roughly 40 km south of Phnom Penh, Cambodia. This center […]
In February 2022, A woman in Pur Beoung-Chhay Reap community was seen bathing her kids from a water hole. Wildlife Alliance’s […]
On this day in 2010, tiger range countries came together with a bold ambition: to double the number of tigers by […]
Preventing a tame gibbon from being released by an Angkor visitor into the territory of the first gibbon pair highlights the […]
In celebration of World Rewilding Day, here’s an update on the latest releases at Angkor, including birds species, Great […]
Happy #WorldPangolinDay! This celebration is in its 11th year. Read on for more on how we protect pangolins in Cambodia, and […]