В камбоджийском национальном парке зафиксировано 14 редких видов животных

PHNOM PENH, July 6 (Xinhua) -- A Ministry of Environment news release on Monday reported that a camera trap study in Cambodia's Cardamom Mountains National Park recorded 14 rare and endangered wildlife species. The camera trap study ran from early April to late June, the news release said, adding that this significant discovery highlighted Cambodia's rich biodiversity and the importance of protecting natural resources in Cambodia. Those spotted rare and endangered species included the Asian elephant, gaur, southern serow, sambar, sun bear, Asiatic black bear, marbled cat, dhole, spotted linsang, long-tailed macaque, northern pig-tailed macaque, large Indian civet, Sunda pangolin, and smooth-coated otter, the news release said. It added that several low-risk species of mammals, birds, and reptiles also inhabit this important national park. Khvay Atitya, undersecretary of state and spokesperson for the Ministry of Environment, said that the presence of these species reflects the government's firm commitment to protecting Cambodia's wildlife and ensuring ecosystem sustainability for future generations. ■