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BIOPARC Fuengirola plays a crucial role in the battle to save the Sumatran Tiger, one of the most endangered species on the planet.
The Costa del Sol is directly linked to good news coming out of Indonesia’s dense jungles, which offers hope to an endangered species.
The International Union for Conservation of Nature classifies the Sumatran tiger as ‘critically endangered,’ with fewer than 400 individuals believed to remain in the wild.
Two of these rare big cats are Spanish residents and live together at BIOPARC Fuengirola.
The park’s core mission has not changed in 25 years. To promote conservation, global awareness and education.
A new report, backed by the foundation of Way Kambas National Park in Indonesia, highlights positive developments.
Conservation teams have confirmed that at least seven Sumatran tigers are present, with evidence of breeding.
The latest wildlife observation is a sign that fragile species are still fighting to survive.
This kind of progress is not achieved easily. The rangers trek through the dense jungle for hundreds of miles to remove illegal traps that kill tigers and monitor their movements.
In its most recent press release the BIOPARC Foundation reported that their team had covered more than 48,000 hectares as part of their efforts to manage 12 protections patrols.
At the moment, threats such as poaching, deforestation, and animal-human interactivity continue to push some species to the edge of extinction.
But conservation efforts do not end in the rain forest.
BIOPARC fuengirola places a high priority on raising public awareness.
The park hopes to inspire people through initiatives such as international conservation funding, and the “Origin”, a photography competition.
This year’s photo contest will take place from April 9 until May 31.
The park combines ‘ex situ’ efforts on-site with ‘in situ’ projects in animals’ native habitats through their foundation, to ensure protection in and out of the wild.
The park’s high welfare standards are completed by a tailored diet and expert veterinary treatment.
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BIOPARC designs habitats to promote the natural behaviour of animals. The wellbeing of each animal is placed at the forefront of each area.
The two resident Sumatran Tigers serve as BIOPARC Ambassadors by helping visitors to understand the issues at stake thousands miles away.
Although they have great power, these cats are considered to be solitary animals.
Sumatran tigers are camouflaged by their dark coats, which have narrow black stripes. They can stalk their prey without being seen before they ambush them.
Unlike other large cats, these tigers can swim well and are not afraid of the water.
Sumatran tigers may be the smallest subspecies of tiger, but are also the darkest. This is due to their ability to adapt to their environment.
BIOPARC is located in Fuengirola and Valencia.
If you purchase a day pass or an annual pass, the funds will be allocated to projects of the BIOPARC Foundation.
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