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In Loving Memory of Radoslaw Ratajszczak
It is with deep sadness that the Endangered Primate Rescue Center (EPRC) and Zoo Leipzig in Vietnam mourn the passing of Radoslaw Ratajszczak on 28 October 2026.
Radoslaw dedicated many years of his life to wildlife conservation in Vietnam. His connection with Cuc Phuong National Park dates back to the early years of conservation efforts in the park.
Over the years, he contributed his knowledge, experience and passion to the protection of Vietnam’s unique biodiversity. In 2023, he served as Director of the Endangered Primate Rescue Center before illness forced him to step back from this responsibility.
Even after his illness, Radoslaw remained closely connected to Cuc Phuong and the EPRC. He continued to share his experience and ideas, returning to Vietnam for visits and consultations.
In February 2026, he visited Cuc Phuong and the EPRC once more, accompanied by his family. He described this journey as a sentimental return to a place that had meant so much to him throughout his life.
Nguyễn Văn Chính, Director of Cuc Phuong National Park, acknowledged Radoslaw’s important contribution to establishing the park’s reputation in nature conservation. His colleagues remember him not only for his professional dedication but also for his friendship, kindness and willingness to share his knowledge.
Radoslaw’s commitment to wildlife conservation, his ideas and his deep love for Cuc Phuong will remain part of his lasting legacy.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to his daughter Marta and his entire family.
Thank you, Radoslaw, for everything you have contributed to conservation in Vietnam.
You will always be remembered.
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We are dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, breeding, research and conservation of Vietnam’s endangered and critically endangered primate species.
We are resolved to turn the tide for Vietnam's primates every day.
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84 % of Vietnam’s primate species are ‘on the edge of extinction’
From 25 primate species 10 are Critically Endangered and 11 are Endangered due to:
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Illegal Hunting and Wildlife Trade
Illegal hunting and wildlife trafficking are the greatest threats to Vietnam’s endangered primates. Demand for traditional medicine, the exotic pet trade, and bushmeat consumption is high in both domestic and international markets. Although strict wildlife protection laws are in place, enforcement is often inconsistent due to limited resources, weak inter-agency coordination, local corruption, and low public awareness — allowing illegal activities to continue.
Most primate populations in Vietnam are already small and isolated — which means losing even a handful of individuals can put the entire species at risk.
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Habitat Loss and Fragmentation
Deforestation of natural forests in Vietnam is proceeding at an alarming rate, and even though forested areas in general increase through reforestation it is predominantly as monoculture plantations. A large number of protected areas are very small or fragmented, and are therefore highly vulnerable to anthropogenic impacts.
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Other Threats to Vietnam’s Primates
In addition to hunting, trafficking, and habitat loss, several other factors contribute to the critical endangerment of Vietnam’s primates. These include climate change, disease transmission from humans or domestic animals, limited genetic diversity in small populations, and a general lack of awareness about the importance of primate conservation.
At the Endangered Primate Rescue Center, we work every day to protect Vietnam’s primates – through rescue, rehabilitation, release, conservation breeding, education and research.
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