Tag Archives: Sumatra

Orang Utans make their own medicine. Discover how via Volunteer Work!

Posted on October 12, 2009 by endangerededen

By Dian Hasan | October 12, 2009 The animal world never ceases to captivate us. With the explosion of media, especially TV programs dedicated to animals and wildlife, and with a big help from the internet, information about animals have … Continue reading →

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Land Use and Density Affect Fires in Indonesia

Posted on September 1, 2009 by endangerededen

The name “Indonesia” doesn’t mean “land of fire” — it just seems that way. Biomass burning related to land-clearing for agriculture goes on practically all year, particularly in summer and fall. Fires tend to burn continuously for months because of … Continue reading →

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Indonesia’s Forest Fire Hazard

Posted on September 1, 2009 by endangerededen

Indonesia has been plagued by horrific fires for over 15 years. At some intervals, fires caused such a reduction in air quality that residents living near burn areas were taking in the equivalent of 80 packs of cigarettes a day … Continue reading →

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