The existence of hornbills in the nature is closely related to the forest conservation. Cruising almost 100 kilometer squares, hornbills are effective seed dispersers in the forest.
PROFAUNA Indonesia's latest survey in the southern Malang area in December 2018 shows a decline in hornbill encounters by 60%. This is due to deforestation and forest degradation in the area.
At last, the White Cockatoo (Cacatua alba) and Chattering Lory (Lorius garrulus) are granted protection status through Environment and Forestry Minister's Decree no. P.20/Menlhk/Setjen/KUM.1/6/2018.
Officials in North Maluku rescued more than 80 wild animals from trafficking in the last two months. Ternate Nature Conservation Agency seized 3 White Cockatoos
