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Study finds wild release can be deadly for rescued slow lorises


Returning rescued slow lorises to the wild may sound like a conservation success, but a new study shows it can turn deadly. Researchers tracked nine released animals and found that only two survived, with most killed in territorial attacks by other lorises. Scientists say better planning is essential to ensure wildlife releases actually help endangered species.

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