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Conservation Area |
As Cambodia has continued
to develop, much of its unique natural
habitat has been lost. However, thanks
to a group of dedicated conservationists
and the Cambodian Government, the
Cambodia Wildlife Sanctuary has now
ensured that a key portion of the
remaining environment will remain
and preserve the remarkable wildlife
that calls it "home."
The Conservation Area is contiguous
to the Observation
Area, but will be protected by
the sanctuary and the government from
further human development. The mere
existence of this protected area has
drawn international applause.
The Conservation Area will allow
existing animals to live in peace,
while providing a permanent, protected
area to release rescued animals capable
of returning to the wild.
Collectively, the existence of these
Cambodian Wildlife Sanctuaries will
attract thousands of visitors each
year, willing to support such precious
wildlife and its habitat.
All construction is by Cambodian
contractors and workers, utilizing
native materials and the existing
vegetation wherever possible.
The Veterinary Hospital & Quarantine
Areas are central to the mission of
the project, providing treatment and
care of wild and captive animals,
large and small, and training of Cambodian
veterinarians and scientists concerning
disease prevention, basic healthcare,
and nutrition for the wildlife. |
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The hospital will be equipped to treat
injured, diseased or sick animals, staffed
with trained Cambodian veterinarians. After
treatment, animals will either be sent to
the Cambodia Wildlife Sanctuary Reintroduction
Area for rehabilitation and release into
the Conservation Area or, if not releasable
to the wild, to the Observation
Area to live in a natural setting where
they will be protected and receive care
for the remainder of their lives.
Native species receiving care and treatment
include elephants, leopards, bear, fishing
cats, tigers, langurs, primates and a variety
of hoofed animals.
A mobile veterinary clinic is also planned
for field emergencies. Both areas will be
monitored by wildlife wardens and forestry
staff for treatment of confiscated animals.
Logging and poaching of native wildlife
in protected areas have become an increasing
problem for wildlife management teams. The
hospital and sanctuary security staff will
provide welcome assistance to their efforts.
The Veterinary and Tourism Facilities will
employ a large staff of groundskeepers,
wardens, tour guides, maintenance personnel,
animal caretakers, veterinarians, office,
gift shop, & restaurant workers.
In addition, the sanctuary will welcome
a rotating group of students training in
animal sciences. The facility will provide
quarters for key staff and interns to ensure
twenty-four hour security and protection
for the animals at the sanctuary.
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