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- Cucak Rowo (Pycnonotus zeylanicus)
- Gelatik Jawa (Lonchura oryzivora)
- Cucak Hijau (Chloropsis sonnerati)
- Kenari Melayu (Chrysocorythus estherae)
- Celepuk Jawa (Otus angelinae)
- Murai Batu (Kittacincla malabarica)
- Kacamata Jawa atau Pleci (Zosterops flavus)
- Jalak Suren (Gracupica Jalla)
- Madu Jawa atau Kolibri (Aethopyga mystacalis)
- Jalak Putih Sayap Hitam (Achridotheres melanopterus)
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UPDATE
- Murai Batu
- Jalak Suren
- Cucak Rowo
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The Update on Protected Birds: What Bird Enthusiasts Need to Know
At first, bird enthusiasts were calm about the list of protected birds mentioned in the Minister of Environment and Forestry Regulation No. P.20/MenLHK/Setjen/Kum.1/6/2018 regarding Protected Plant and Animal Species.
However, when some bird lovers got into legal trouble for keeping protected birds, everyone began to panic. This caused concern, especially among bird breeders and enthusiasts whose livelihoods depend on buying and selling birds.
The panic is understandable. Some of these birds were not considered protected in Indonesia before, but after their popularity grew, some individuals began hunting these wild birds in the forests. As a result, the bird population, which was once abundant, has drastically declined.
Adding Birds to the Protected List to Prevent Extinction
The Conservation of Natural Resources and Ecosystems Agency (BKSDA) took action by adding more species to the list of protected plants and animals through the Minister of Environment and Forestry Regulation No. P.20/MENLHK/SETJEN/KUM.1/6/2018, published on June 29, 2018.
“The addition to the protected list includes 241 species, which is 26 percent of the species listed in the Government Regulation No. 7 of 1999 (PP.7/1999) on the Preservation of Plant and Animal Species,” said Wiratno, the Director-General of Conservation for Natural Resources and Ecosystems, as quoted from Detik.com (7/8/2018).
Wiratno explained that the inclusion of certain bird species in the protected list is to prevent them from going extinct due to habitat damage and uncontrolled trade (including poaching).
“Without protection, these threatened species will go extinct in no time. Their extinction must be prevented because every species within their ecosystem plays a central role,” he added.
Birds Added to the Protected List
As a result, some pet birds and birds used in competitions, which were previously not protected, are now included in Indonesia's list of protected birds. The following bird species are now protected:
- Cucak Rowo (Pycnonotus zeylanicus)
- Gelatik Jawa (Lonchura oryzivora)
- Cucak Hijau (Chloropsis sonnerati)
- Kenari Melayu (Chrysocorythus estherae)
- Celepuk Jawa (Otus angelinae)
- Murai Batu (Kittacincla malabarica)
- Kacamata Jawa or Pleci (Zosterops flavus)
- Jalak Suren (Gracupica Jalla)
- Madu Jawa or Kolibri (Aethopyga mystacalis)
- Jalak Putih Sayap Hitam (Achridotheres melanopterus)
For a full list, you can check the Minister of Environment and Forestry Regulation No. P.20/MENLHK/SETJEN/KUM.1/6/2018 regarding protected plants and animals.
This regulation now includes 921 protected species, including mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles, fish, insects, crustaceans, mollusks, xiphosurans, and plants.
It’s also worth noting that the change in status from unprotected to protected—or vice versa—is based on recommendations from scientific authorities (LIPI).
Why Pet Birds Are Now on the Protected List
So why are pet birds or competition birds now on the protected list? This is closely tied to the decline in bird populations in the wild. Since 2000, the population of birds in their natural habitats has decreased by 50%.
Based on this reason, according to PP. 7/1999, birds that were not previously protected can now be listed as protected if their populations are small, if there’s a sharp decline in their numbers, or if they have a limited (endemic) range.
The goal of this government regulation is not to ban bird enthusiasts from keeping birds or participating in bird competitions, but to fulfill noble objectives, such as:
- Preventing plant and animal species from going extinct.
- Preserving genetic purity and biodiversity.
- Maintaining the balance and stability of existing ecosystems.
“There is no prohibition against keeping songbirds. The key is awareness that birdkeeping must ensure the survival of these species in the wild. We invite everyone to conserve bird species through in-situ conservation, supported by ex-situ conservation efforts,” said Wiratno.
Looking Ahead: Future of Protected Bird Species
Going forward, Wiratno hopes that all competition birds will come from registered breeding programs, have identification rings, and be certified.
“We urge the public to report the ownership of bird species for registration and marking by local conservation agencies,” Wiratno concluded.
Update: Birds Removed from the Protected List
From the original list of 10 protected birds, 3 species were removed following a demonstration by bird enthusiasts requesting their removal from the protected list. This led to a revision of the Ministerial Regulation No. 20/2018. The birds that were removed include:
- Murai Batu
- Jalak Suren
- Cucak Rowo
As a result, these birds are no longer protected, and they are now free to be used in competitions or bred. However, it’s recommended that these birds be bred to ensure their sustainability.
At one point, there was also a proposal to remove Cucak Ijo from the protected list, but this has since been canceled. Therefore, only Murai Batu, Jalak Suren, and Cucak Rowo have been removed from the list.
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