We have great news from our SUST animal orphanage in Peru:
The little anteater Kasmir, who came to us a few months ago as a helpless cub, has now been successfully released back into the wild!
Thanks to the intensive care and loving attention of our team, Kasmir has grown into a strong, curious young tamandua who can now explore his natural environment on his own. From initial milk feeds to daily walks in the jungle, where he learnt to climb trees and forage for food - every step has prepared him for this big goal.
Our vet Carlotta is proud: ‘Seeing such a sensitive and demanding animal develop in our care is a wonderful experience. Kasmir now has the skills he needs for a life in the wild.’
Kasmir's story shows how important and valuable the work at our ‘SUST Jungle Clinic’ OAH Bello Horizonte is. Here, endangered wild animals like Kasmir can be professionally nursed back to health and expertly prepared for an independent life in the wild.
You can find out more about our commitment to wild animals in Peru here:
Susy Utzinger Foundation.