Sumatran tigers in Pelalawan evacuated, BBKSDA Riau awaits DNA test results

Limited Rehabilitation Cages

For further treatment, BBKSDA Riau coordinates with the Sumatran Tiger Rehabilitation Center in Dharmasraya, West Sumatra. However, the availability of rehabilitation cages at these facilities is limited.

"For further treatment, the Riau KSDA Center is coordinating with the Sumatran Tiger Rehabilitation Center located in Dharmasraya, West Sumatra, however the availability of rehabilitation cages is limited," said Ujang.

Taking into account the need for observation, checking the condition of the animals, and ease of evacuation, BBKSDA Riau temporarily entrusted the tiger to the Kasang Kulim Conservation Institute, Riau.

According to information from the Ministry of Forestry, Kasang Kulim has adequate facilities and infrastructure. This institution has also been appointed through the Decree of the Minister of Forestry and Plantation Number 250/Kpts-II/1999 dated 28 April 1999.

Isolated from Visitors

While undergoing treatment and waiting for DNA test results, the tigers are placed in care cages separate from visitors. This step was taken to support observations while minimizing disturbance to animals.

Ujang explained that monitoring of the tiger's condition was carried out jointly by the BBKSDA Riau medical team, the PKR Arsari medical team, and the Kasang Kulim Conservation Institute.

The Ministry of Forestry emphasized that this handling takes into account the safety of the community as well as saving the Sumatran tiger as a protected animal. Inspections and monitoring continue to be carried out to determine the next treatment steps.