Bear Sanctuary
A bear sanctuary where we
can care for Andean bears not suitable for liberation is still a dream
at the moment. For some bears, due to disability, old age or
extreme habituation to humans, release is not a feasible option as they
simply would not survive in the wild. In these cases, we
would
like to be able to give them spacious enclosures with natural
vegetation where they can live peacefully. A bear sanctuary
of
this type will be costly and we are currently still seeking funds.
We have had a donation for the purchase of the necessary
land,
for which we are very grateful. The next step is to raise
enough
for enclosures and the necessary structures for staff and educational
displays.
The planned bear
sanctuary will
serve as a centre for education about the bears and their needs in
terms of habitat and conservation, for both local communities
and
overseas tourists. Researchers will be able to observe the
bears
in the sanctuary over time, which may teach us more about bear
behavior and ecology.
The specialised wildlife
sanctuary could also
serve as a location for the rehabilitation of rescued bear cubs.
More information
will follow soon about our proposed sanctuary for spectacled
bears.
Andean
Bear Conservation Project: Bear Sanctuary
A sanctuary where the Andean Bear Conservation Project can care for
spectacled bears which cannot be liberated is our hope for the future.
