Bear Keeper
▪️Animal Care & Feeding-Prepared and distributed daily meals for sun bears, including specialized diets for bears with health issues. -Monitored bear health through faecal checks and body condition assessments, adjusted diets as needed and administered medications and supplements, following specific protocols for individual bears.▪️Enrichment & Welfare-Designed and implemented enrichment activities like nest balls and paper rolls to stimulate natural behaviours and prevent boredom.-Assisted in constructing and maintaining bear enclosures, ensuring a safe and stimulating environment. -Participated in installing a GPS collar on a bear, gaining hands-on experience in wildlife tracking and research.▪️Veterinary Assistance-Conducted daily health monitoring, including wound care with iodine and Himax, and observed recovery post-treatment.▪️Public Engagement & Education-Engaged with tourists educating them about sun bears and promoting conservation efforts.-Assisted in reassembling a sun bear skeleton for an educational display, enhancing public understanding of sun bear anatomy and conservation.-Participated in outreach events, setting up educational displays to raise awareness about sun bear conservation.▪️Team Collaboration & Training-Worked closely with a diverse team, including veterinarians, bear keepers, and fellow interns, to ensure the well-being of the bears.-Participated in weekly meetings and Q&A sessions with senior conservationists to discuss ongoing projects and future conservation strategies.