Elsye: Preserving Indonesia's Birds of Paradise | Local Heroes Series

In the heart of Papua’s ancient rainforests, one of nature’s most mesmerizing performances unfolds—the courtship display of the Birds-of-Paradise. With vibrant feathers, surreal movements, and cosmic calls, these birds are like nothing else on Earth. But behind the beauty lies a growing urgency to protect them. 🌿 Enter Elyse. A passionate local conservationist, Elyse is working on the front lines to protect these incredible creatures. From educating her community to patrolling nesting areas and guiding responsible ecotourism, she’s helping ensure that the next generation can still witness this rainforest magic. Logging, habitat destruction, and illegal trade are real threats—but hope lives in the efforts of people like Elyse and the communities that call this paradise home. 💡 Bet you didn’t know this! - There are over 40 species of Birds-of-Paradise—many found only in New Guinea. - Some males reshape their entire body to create optical illusions during mating dances. - Their feathers were once used as currency and in ceremonial attire. 📽️ Watch the full story and discover how local passion and global awareness can protect these forest jewels. Click on the recommend next video. #BirdsOfParadise #ConservationHeroes #ProtectPapua #WildlifeConservation #SeaTrekSailingAdventures #RainforestGuardians Begin your incredible adventure with SeaTrek right here: 🗺 Schedule | https://www.seatrekbali.com/schedule/ ⛵️ Website | https://www.seatrekbali.com 📚 SeaTrekker Magazine | https://www.seatrekbali.com/seatrekker-magazine/ 📧 Contact Us | info@seatrekbali.com 𝗪𝐞'𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝐭𝐨𝐨! 𝘐𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘮: https://www.instagram.com/seatreksail... 𝘍𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬: https://www.facebook.com/Seatrekbali Visit our website: www.seatrekbali.com