On the afternoon of 8/10, the Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park Management Board, in collaboration with local agencies and partners, released seventeen wild animals back into nature. This followed a period of rescue, care, and quarantine. The released individuals included seven pig-tailed macaques, one Burmese shikra, three slow lorises, two brown hornbills, two Indian hawk-eagles, one Ha Tinh langur, and one Javan pangolin. These animals were received and cared for by the Wildlife Rescue, Conservation and Development Center, which is part of the national park, after being handed over by local residents.

Release locations were chosen based on each species' biological characteristics, behavior, and adaptability. Primates were released into deep forest areas to limit human contact, allowing them to acclimate more easily to the wild environment. Bird species are expected to continue moving to suitable habitats after their release.

The Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park will monitor the release areas to ensure timely intervention if any issues arise.

Wild animals released into the national park on the afternoon of 8/10. Photo: *Jungle Boss*

Le Luu Dung, Director of Jungle Boss, an adventure tourism service provider in the national park and a partner in the release, stated that returning animals to nature helps restore wild populations and conserve biodiversity.

According to Dung, the rich forest ecosystem, alongside its cave systems, attracts visitors for trekking and nature exploration tours in Phong Nha - Ke Bang. Effective ecosystem conservation maintains the area's pristine beauty, enhances visitor experiences, and provides a foundation for long-term tourism development.

"The reintroduction also creates an opportunity for local tourism companies to share stories with visitors about wildlife rescue and protection efforts, thereby raising awareness for preserving the natural environment", said Dung.

Rare bird species released into the national park on the afternoon of 8/10. Photo: *Jungle Boss*

Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park is recognized by UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage site. It features a core zone of over 123,000 hectares and a buffer zone exceeding 220,000 hectares, making it a popular tourist destination in the province. In 2025, the destination welcomed nearly 900,000 visitors, an increase of over 4% compared to the same period in 2024.

At the World Travel Awards 2026 ceremony held on the evening of 27/9, Phong Nha - Ke Bang was honored in two categories: "Vietnam's Leading Natural Destination" and "Asia's Leading National Park".

Phuong Anh