Indonesia Pangolin
Conservation Foundation
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Indonesia Pangolin Conservation Foundation

BLUEPRINT FOR SURVIVAL:
THE PANGOLINS OF INDONESIA

Saving the world's most trafficked critically endangered mammal.

80%

Population Decline

In the last 2 decades

±1 Million

Illegally Trafficked

Estimated between 2000-2013

CR

Critically Endangered

IUCN conservation status

The Crisis We Face

The Sunda Pangolin (Manis javanica) is now listed as a Critically Endangered species by the IUCN.

  • Their population has declined by around 80% in the last 2 decades due to illegal poaching and a lack of population data.
  • Pangolins are the most illegally trafficked mammals, primarily hunted for their meat and scales.
  • Deforestation destroys their natural habitat, depletes food sources, and provides easier access for poachers.

Our Mission

We plan to prevent their extinction, starting from Tebing Tinggi Island. We will build a safety net for the Sunda Pangolin by neutralizing poaching threats and providing the first dedicated wildlife medical service in the region.

Camera Trap
Pilot Project Area

Building a Safety Net on Tebing Tinggi Island

Our first concrete step is to neutralize threats on Tebing Tinggi Island, providing a secure ecosystem and the first specialized wildlife medical service in the region.

1

3-in-1 Facility

An integrated center for Rescue & Rehabilitation, Community Education, and in-depth Research on the Sunda Pangolin.

2

20 Camera Trap Units

A 24/7 area monitoring system accompanied by routine patrols to track wildlife movement and prevent poaching.

3

Local Community Empowerment

Specialized training for local forest workers to become professional forest rangers and pangolin rescuers.

Background
Operationalizing the Mission

4 Pillars of Conservation

An integrated and systematic approach from the field to the policy level to ensure the survival of the Sunda Pangolin.

Rescue & Release

A professional workflow for wildlife rescue, recovery, and rehabilitation led by conservation veterinarians and stakeholders to ensure ethical and safe reintroduction into suitable wild habitats.

Education & Community Participation

Transforming local residents into long-term stakeholders in conservation by aligning with local religions and beliefs, through direct community engagement and transparency.

Research

Filling data gaps by conducting in-situ research on population dynamics and behavioral patterns, turning word-of-mouth into scientific facts required for effective conservation.

Supporting Ecosystem Restoration

Translating field data and operational experience into best practices and standardized procedures (SOPs), providing actionable methodologies for governments and organizations to conserve pangolin populations more effectively.

Tebing Tinggi Camera Trap Installation
Phase 1 Roadmap

Phase 1 Roadmap

Phase 1 focuses on Tebing Tinggi Island, Riau, Indonesia. Once this pilot program is successful, the methodology is expected to secure other high-risk pangolin habitats across the nation.

Months 1-3: Mobilization & Procurement

Equipment preparation & facility surveying.

Months 4-6: Construction & Installation

3-in-1 facility construction & installation of 20 camera traps.

Impact Report

Establishing the Safety Net

How our field initiatives translate into direct impact for the conservation of the Sunda Pangolin and surrounding communities.

Technical Security Network

Deployment of 20 camera traps monitoring 25,248 hectares of concession 24/7.

Impact

Provides a deterrent effect and direct detection of violations, closing poaching loopholes.

Dedicated Pangolin Shelter

A 40 m² facility serving as a center for education, research, and rescue operations.

Impact

Establishing the first safety net for the Sunda Pangolin in Riau with medical intervention facilities.

Capacity
Building

Transitioning local communities into certified "Forest Rangers."

Impact

Creating stable careers for residents, fostering local independence and economic resilience.

Data Collection Protocol

Implementation of permanent field protocols for wildlife mapping and monitoring.

Impact

Generating valid scientific information as a clear guide for large-scale area management.

"Tebing Tinggi Island serves as our pilot location. Through certified forest rangers and meticulous data collection, we will build a security system that can be applied to all pangolin habitats across the country."

The Team

Board of Directors & Experts

A great mission requires a solid team. We are supported by multidisciplinary experts, ranging from ecology and wildlife medicine to strategic operations.

Kiki Rezki

Kiki Rezki

Trustee

Science Communicator. Experienced in managing Amore Animal Clinic as a platform for animal welfare and public education.

Eka Namara Ginting

Eka Namara Ginting

Trustee

Technology & Sustainability Pioneer. Founder of Rimba Raya Conservation; specialist in large-scale carbon and green values.

Michael Padmanaba

Michael Padmanaba

Supervisor

Doctor of Ecology with 25+ years of experience (CIFOR, Kaleka) in tropical biodiversity and community monitoring.

Ligaya Tumbelaka

Ligaya Tumbelaka

Secretary

Medical Expert. World-class wildlife veterinarian with extensive experience in handling primates and tigers.

Ade F. Meyliala

Ade F. Meyliala

Chairman

Operational Leader. 30 years of experience in SOEs, Land Use, & Technology Transformation. Successfully led the revitalization of TMII.

Bima Siregar

Bima Siregar

Treasurer

Biodiversity Specialist. Lead researcher of the Tebing Tinggi ecosystem who confirmed the presence of the Sunda Pangolin.