Jakarta, April 27 -- Indonesian authorities are using low-voltage electric fences in the westernmost province of Aceh to prevent conflicts between human and wildlife. Ujang Wisnu Barata, head of the Aceh Natural Resources Conservation Agency (BKSDA), reported that 82 kilometres of non-lethal electric fencing has been installed in various areas across the province where conflicts between wildlife, particularly elephants, and local communities have occurred. The electric fences have been set up in several districts, including Pidie, Bener Meriah, Aceh Jaya, East Aceh, Central Aceh, Bireuen, and West Aceh.
He said that the fences deliver a low-voltage electric current of 10 to 20 volts, which is designed to deter animals without causing fatal...