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Conservationist Fights to Save Bornean Elephants from Extinction

5/2/2025

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With fewer than 1,000 Bornean elephants left, this smallest Asian subspecies teeters on the brink of extinction due to habitat loss in Sabah, Malaysia. Conservationist Dr. Farina Othman is fighting back by establishing wildlife corridors through palm oil plantations, easing human-elephant conflicts. Her dedication earned her the 2025 Whitley Award, fueling hope for a harmonious future.

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With fewer than 1,000 Bornean elephants left, this smallest Asian subspecies teeters on the brink of extinction due to habitat loss in Sabah, Malaysia. Conservationist Dr. Farina Othman is fighting back by establishing wildlife corridors through palm oil plantations, easing human-elephant conflicts. Her dedication earned her the 2025 Whitley Award, fueling hope for a harmonious future.