Today we'd love for you to join the Tiger Patrol Team on patrol, so you can see just how impactful your support truly is.
Because when you stand with tigers, you support dedicated rangers to tirelessly patrol and protect tiger habitat. Every patrol protects Sumatran tigers and their forest home from deadly threats like poachers, snares, and illegal logging.
So without further ado, here's what your support has made possible in the Koto Rajo region of West Sumatra!
A fresh set of eyes in the forest
On a recent patrol, rangers swapped out an old trail camera for a newer one, deep in tiger territory. Trail cameras are the team's hidden eyes to keep watch over tigers and other amazing wildlife as they go about their days.
This is what a trail camera looks like – hidden deep in the forest to capture glimpses of the elusive Sumatran tiger!
A rare and incredible moment: a Sumatran tiger captured on trail camera at night in the forest.
Signs of a forest full of life
While out on patrol, rangers keep a close eye out for signs of different wildlife, documenting what they find and where. Some of the most common signs found are sun bear claw marks on trees, wild boar tracks, and even the sounds of hornbills calling overhead. The most exciting and rarest find is always a tiger foot print or two!
Sun bear scratch marks spotted on a tree.
Snare sweeping
One of the most important tasks our rangers do on patrol is sweeping the forest for deadly snares. Every hidden snare found is destroyed on the spot, removing the immediate threat to tigers and other wildlife.
Wire snares found by rangers. These deadly traps were found, removed, and destroyed, all thanks to your kind support!
This is what your support looks like on the ground. Boots in the forest. Cameras hidden in the trees. Deadly snares are destroyed before they can do harm.
Patrol by patrol, you're helping keep Sumatran tigers and their forest homes safe. Thank you for being here with us and choosing a world where tigers are loved, safe and protected!
Program: APE Protector (Animals, People and Environment)
Location: West Sumatra, Indonesia
Program Partner: This program is a collaboration with our partners at Centre for Orangutan Protection and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳