Sumatran Ranger Project
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Yesterday, we reported on a severely injured bull elephant from the herd we monitor. The elephant exhibited significant lameness in its left hind leg and was discovered in evident distress. Our team promptly contacted government authorities, who responded with commendable speed. Upon sedation and assessment, the elephant was found to have multiple large gore wounds, most likely sustained from the dominant bull elephant in the vicinity. All wounds were infected and purulent, indicating a prolonged period of severe discomfort. Veterinarians meticulously flushed and treated the wounds amd administered antibiotics. Our team will maintain a continuous presence to closely monitor Ogut, as we have affectionately named him. We are collaborating with the authorities to determine the optimal course of action and will remain with him until his condition improves, providing all necessary support.
At this critical time, your assistance is more vital than ever in safeguarding Ogut and his herd. Our dedicated team is working tirelessly, prioritizing his well-being above personal and patrol commitments. This intensive effort is in addition to our regular monthly patrols, and we welcome any support to sustain this level of monitoring and care. We will provide updates as they become available. We encourage you to extend your positive thoughts and healing wishes to Ogut. Sumatran elephants are critically endangered, and each individual is invaluable. We are committed to doing everything within our capacity and jurisdiction, in collaboration with government authorities, to aid his recovery.
This video features Head Ranger Jasson providing an explanation of Ogut's condition while the elephant is sedated, which facilitated his close proximity. Ogut is a wild elephant that has not undergone capture or habituation.
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16/03/2026
More than 8,000 trees grown, and now they’re heading back into the landscape 🌱
In 2023, the Sumatran Ranger Project started a small seedling program with communities living along the edge of the Leuser Ecosystem.
Local team members collected seeds from nearby forests and villages, then carefully grew and cared for them in a nursery until they were strong enough to survive once planted.
Over the past few years, the team has raised more than 8,000 seedlings.
Now those young trees are being donated to forest-edge communities and landowners to plant across farmland boundaries, degraded areas, and riverbanks where tree roots help stabilise soil.
Most of the seedlings are fruit trees, helping provide food and supplementary income for families. Others, like mahogany, offer longer-term value.
In return, landowners make an important commitment: no snares and no harm to wildlife on their land.
Planting is now underway and these seedlings will soon be growing across the forest edge.
Swipe through to see the team getting them in the ground 🌿
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