PolicyTuesday, September 8, 2026Mongabay
Singkil peat swamp: The embattled orangutan capital of the world
The Singkil peat swamp, a vital habitat for orangutans and part of Indonesia’s Leuser Ecosystem, is facing severe threats from deforestation and habitat destruction due to land clearing, draining, and burning activities. Urgent policy interventions are needed to protect this critical environment and preserve its biodiversity.
