He also hopes with the addition of trees planted in conservation areas, plus other supporting facilities, it can make it beautiful again. While proboscis monkeys can live better and their food is available for their survival.Rantau, S Kalimantan (ANTARA) - Tapin Regent HM Arifin Arpan supports the development of proboscis monkey ecotourism in his area by the establishment of PT AGM's 90-hectare area as the ecotourism area.
The determination in accordance with Tapin Regent Decree No.188.45/060/KUM/2014 concerning Determination of Important Values for Conservation of Species of Bekantan (Nasalis Larvatus) in Tapin District is expected to be able to protect these typical Kalimantan animal.
According to him, the background of managing ecotourism, initially to anticipate land fires in 2015 which resulted in a large part of the ecotourism land burning.
Through the development of bekantan ecotourism, it is hoped not only will it be able to preserve the environment, but also improve people's welfare, through tourism development.
Previously, the Regent attended a tree planting event on bekantan ecotourism, along with PT AGM and other environmental care organizations.
"Previously there were no trees, but now shady," said the regent.
He also hopes with the addition of trees planted in conservation areas, plus other supporting facilities, it can make it beautiful again. While proboscis monkeys can live better and their food is available for their survival.
The Regent appealed to the citizens to be equally concerned about their environment including the ecotourism area.
"It's our duty to protect the good and green nature of our environment according to the agreed program," he said
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