Welcome to Little Fireface Project, headed by the world expert on lorises, Professor Anna Nekaris OBE. As the world’s longest running loris conservation project, we aim to learn more about all loris species and to educate local communities so as to promote the conservation of the species. Currently our focus is on the Critically Endangered Javan slow loris (Nycticebus javanicus), our Java research station has been conducting research on a wild population of Javan slow lorises since 2012. At the same time, during country-wide surveys in forests and wildlife markets we also make observations of other obscure nocturnal animals, including colugos, pangolins, civets, small cats, mustelids and owls.

Our mission is to obtain vital data about all loris species to contribute to their conservation in the wild and in captivity, including aiding rescue centres in reintroductions and aiding in the welfare of slow loris pets in countries where it is still legal to keep them. We intensively use, monitor and evaluate social media to inform the public world-wide about the plight of slow lorises to mitigate their trade.

Here you can find information on all of our research, publications, and media exposure. You can also explore ways that you can help save the loris through donations, activism and volunteering with us. We hope you’re as inspired as we are by these amazing creatures!

Slow Loris Outreach Week 2024