Why are slow lorises not suitable pets?
If you find a video or photo of a slow loris as a pet on the Internet, please note that although it looks cute, the animal in the video is suffering, as is the entire species.
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Dylan Reeve, the founder of the Slow Loris Project, first encountered the slow loris while living in Indonesia. Fascinated by this magical creature and disheartened by the lack of awareness among locals about its significance, he felt a deep calling to protect and preserve it. Determined to make a difference, Dylan developed a comprehensive plan to safeguard slow lorises from threats such as habitat destruction, illegal wildlife trade, and exploitation.
With a passion for wildlife conservation, Dylan established the Slow Loris Project to raise global awareness, support rescue efforts, and advocate for ethical conservation practices. His commitment to these endangered primates continues to drive the organization’s mission, ensuring that slow lorises receive the protection they deserve.
We work with conservation partners to rescue slow lorises from illegal trafficking and rehabilitate them for release into protected habitats.
We provide educational resources and outreach programs to inform the public about the importance of slow loris conservation.
We support initiatives and policies that strengthen wildlife protection laws and promote ethical eco-tourism.
If you find a video or photo of a slow loris as a pet on the Internet, please note that although it looks cute, the animal in the video is suffering, as is the entire species.
Videos made popular on sites like Youtube.com have created a huge wave of people wanting to own a pet Slow Loris. Little do they know about the exotic animal black market and the danger of having a Slow Loris at home.
Slow loris (Subfamily Lorisinae), any of about 10 tailless or short-tailed primates found in the forests of South and Southeast Asia. Lorises are arboreal and nocturnal. They snuggle and sleep during the day.
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