Release

Once our animals complete their rehabilitation, we reach one of the most thrilling aspects of our work: releasing them back into the forest where they truly belong. Witnessing an animal that has endured captivity, cramped spaces, or was intended as a meal or medicine finally run free into its natural habitat is indescribably rewarding. Our team treasures these moments, especially as the nature of our work can be challenging and emotionally taxing.

Before each release, we carefully research locations where existing populations of these animals are found, or, in the case of some of our conservation breeding programs, historical ranges where populations have been depleted. We prioritize areas with strong protection measures, knowing that while there is always a risk of recapture, the chance for these animals to breed and contribute to their species’ survival in the wild is invaluable.

One of our goals is to expand our post-release monitoring efforts. We recognize the lack of data on the post-release outcomes of the species we work with, and by enhancing our tracking efforts, we aim to gather crucial insights. This data will not only support LCTW and the wildlife we rescue but could also serve as a resource for other conservation groups working to improve outcomes for released animals.