BCOMING x Fauna & Flora Cambodia Takeover

Exploring Cambodia's Karst Landscape 

One of the focal points of this campaign is Cambodia’s karst landscapes in the Battambang and Steung Treng provinces, a haven for many rare and endangered species. These limestone formations provide shelter to a variety of wildlife, including bats, geckos, and lesser-known creatures like cave-dwelling spiders and ghost snails. However, these fragile ecosystems are under threat from destructive practices like cement mining, making conservation efforts more urgent than ever. 

In collaboration with BCOMING, Fauna & Flora has been conducting comprehensive biodiversity surveys of these karst habitats, focusing on taxonomic groups such as cave bats, invertebrates, and reptiles. These findings will play a crucial role in the development of key biodiversity areas and in designing effective conservation and management plans for Cambodia’s karst regions. 

Camera Trap Discoveries: A Glimpse into Cambodia's Wildlife 

As part of the fieldwork, camera traps have been set up across the karst landscapes, capturing images of a variety of rare and endangered species. Some notable sightings include: 

• Mainland serow (IUCN Status: Vulnerable): This goat-like mammal, with its bristly coat and distinctive horns, inhabits forested mountainous regions. 

• Sunda pangolin (IUCN Status: Critically Endangered): Known for its armor of scales, the Sunda pangolin is a nocturnal feeder, using its long tongue to consume ants and termites. 

• Green peafowl (IUCN Status: Endangered): Famous for their iridescent plumage, these large birds thrive in Cambodia’s wild spaces. 

• Long-tailed macaque (IUCN Status: Endangered): These adaptable primates are found throughout Southeast Asia, both in forests and human settlements. 

These camera-trap findings not only provide crucial data on the species present in these areas but also demonstrate the richness of Cambodia’s biodiversity, reinforcing the importance of preserving these wild spaces. 

BCOMING X Fauna & Flora 

BCOMING’s collaboration with Fauna & Flora Cambodia goes beyond uncovering biodiversity—it’s about strengthening conservation efforts on the ground. The results of these surveys will help guide future conservation initiatives and inform policy development for karst conservation. By identifying key species and habitats, these efforts aim to ensure the long-term protection of Cambodia’s natural heritage. 

From the species uncovered in camera traps to the discovery of newly identified cave-dwelling geckos, these findings are not only scientifically significant but also vital for shaping the conservation landscape in Cambodia. The collaboration between Fauna & Flora and BCOMING is a prime example of how international partnerships can drive effective, data-driven conservation efforts. 

Stay tuned for more updates from the field and join us in supporting the conservation of Cambodia’s incredible biodiversity! Together, we can make a lasting impact on the future of these precious ecosystems.