ORANG HUTAN MASIHULAN: Kisah Pemburu Yang Insaf

Summary

The video script features Nason Sapu Lite, also known as Sony, sharing his deep connection to the forest where he grew up. He reflects on his journey from being a hunter, following in his family's footsteps, to becoming a conservationist. Driven by a desire to preserve the forest's ecosystem, especially protecting endangered birds like the Maluku parrot, Sony founded an organization in 2018. His mission is to transform the community's mindset towards conservation, emphasizing sustainable living and environmental responsibility, with a call for government and public involvement in protecting the forest.

Takeaways

• 🌳 The speaker expresses a deep love for the forest, stating that he is a forest person and feels a strong connection to nature.
• 🌱 He shares a desire to preserve natural forests because their sustainability is closely tied to the prosperity of local communities.
• 👨‍🌾 Born on January 14, 1971, the speaker initially worked as a farmer but has a family history of hunting, with his father being one of the first bird hunters in the area.
• 🦅 He started hunting with his father and brother at a young age, learning the skills of setting traps and climbing tall trees to hunt exotic birds.
• 🗓️ By 2003, he and a group of fellow hunters were recruited by a foreign NGO collaborating with a local NGO to work on conservation efforts, marking a turning point in their lives.
• 🛑 Over time, he and his group shifted away from hunting towards protecting wildlife, realizing the importance of conservation.
• 🦜 He formed an organization in 2018 focused on preserving wildlife, especially birds like the endangered parrot species (Kakak Tua Malukuensis), endemic to Seram Island.
• 🤝 His conservation efforts include working with the local community, advocating for environmental protection, and raising awareness about the importance of sustainable practices.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 He emphasizes that changing the mindset of the community is challenging but believes that social initiatives and strategic engagement are key to promoting conservation.
• 🌏 His message to younger generations and the nation is to take an active role in preserving ecosystems and to ensure that conservation efforts are executed by relevant authorities, not just planned.

Q & A

Who is the main speaker in the video, and what is their background?

The main speaker is Nason Sapu Lite, also known as Sony, who was born on January 14, 1971. He grew up in the forest and comes from a family with a background in hunting. His father and brother were hunters, and he started learning to hunt at the age of five.

What motivated Nason Sapu Lite to protect the forest and wildlife?

Nason was motivated by his deep connection to the forest, having been raised in it. He realized the importance of preserving the forest and its wildlife for future generations and for the well-being of the community. His personal reflection on his past hunting activities and the desire to give back to nature also played a key role.

How did Nason’s views on hunting change over time?

Initially, Nason followed his family's tradition of hunting, but as he got involved with local and foreign NGOs in 2003, his perspective shifted. He gradually moved away from hunting and began focusing on conservation efforts, particularly after being arrested in 2005 for illegal hunting.

What organization did Nason Sapu Lite establish, and what is its purpose?

In 2018, Nason established an organization called 'Muridnya Bertoaching.' The organization focuses on bird observation and conservation, particularly of parrots and cockatoos, which are endemic to Seram Island. The main aim is to protect these species and maintain the stability of their populations.

What challenges did Nason face when trying to shift from hunting to conservation?

One major challenge Nason faced was changing the mindset of the local community, including his family members who were accustomed to hunting. He found that merely talking to people wasn’t enough; he had to show tangible benefits from conservation to gain their support.

What strategy did Nason use to raise awareness about conservation among the local community?

Nason used a strategy that involved taking visitors and community members to observe bird nests and other wildlife in the area. This approach helped locals see the value of conservation, as they could directly witness the importance of preserving nature and its species.

What specific species does Nason prioritize in his conservation efforts?

Nason prioritizes the conservation of parrots and cockatoos, particularly the 'Cacatua malukuensis,' an endemic species on Seram Island. He focuses on protecting their nests and ensuring the stability of their population, as these birds are often targeted by hunters.

How did Nason’s experience with the authorities in 2005 impact his conservation efforts?

Nason was arrested in 2005 for illegal hunting and imprisoned for about three months. This experience had a profound impact on him, making him realize the consequences of his actions and motivating him to pursue conservation work instead of hunting.

What message does Nason have for the younger generation and the government?

Nason’s message to the younger generation is to play an active role in preserving the ecosystem. He urges both the youth and the government, particularly conservation authorities, to take decisive action to protect the environment rather than just making plans without execution.

Why does Nason feel a deep connection to the forest, and how does this influence his work?

Nason feels a deep connection to the forest because it has been a part of his life since childhood, and his ancestors lived in harmony with it. This strong bond drives his commitment to conservation and his desire to 'redeem' the harm he and his family caused by over-hunting in the past.

Outlines

00:00

🌳 A Life Rooted in the Forest

The speaker, Nason Sapu Lite, who is commonly called Sony, reflects on his deep connection to the forest. He shares his journey growing up in the forest, mentioning that his passion for protecting it stems from his identity as a forest dweller. His family history is steeped in a tradition of hunting, starting with his father, a skilled bird hunter. Sony began learning the skills of hunting at the age of 5, gradually acquiring the ability to climb tall trees. Over time, he mastered the art of setting traps and hunting birds, specifically those in tall trees. By 2003, he joined a conservation initiative, shifting his mindset away from hunting to preserving the forest. He began to realize the importance of sustaining the forest to benefit both nature and the community.

05:05

🛠 Shifting from Hunter to Conservation Leader

In 2018, Sony founded his own organization, driven by a desire to protect wildlife and conserve the forest. His organization collaborates with the National Park and has evolved from his previous life as a hunter. Sony recalls being arrested in 2005 for illegal hunting and how that experience led him to reconsider his actions. He reflects on his sense of guilt and the responsibility he feels for his family’s past actions. Sony’s goal is to use his organization to change the way local communities think about the forest and hunting, focusing on strategic education and outreach. He explains that simply talking to people isn’t enough; there needs to be tangible benefits that make them reconsider their actions.

10:05

🦜 Protecting Endangered Species

Sony discusses his current efforts, which focus on the protection of parrots, particularly the endemic Seram cockatoo (Cacatua moluccensis), which is now endangered due to hunting. His community initiative, named 'Murita Bertoaching,' is dedicated to bird observation and the conservation of these species. The area he works in holds just three cockatoo nests, emphasizing the critical nature of his conservation work. He expresses how his love for the forest, stemming from his ancestral roots, motivates him to undo the environmental harm caused by previous generations of hunters in his family.

🌿 A Call to Action for Future Generations

Sony concludes with a heartfelt message to younger generations, urging them to adopt a shared responsibility for preserving the ecosystem. He warns of the dangers posed by the destruction of the forest and emphasizes the catastrophic consequences that could follow if action is not taken. He also delivers a strong message to government institutions, calling for more proactive conservation efforts and warning against complacency. Sony stresses that real, executable action is needed, not just plans and promises.

Keywords

💡Hutan

Hutan, meaning 'forest' in Indonesian, is central to the video's theme, representing both a physical and spiritual home for the speaker. The speaker emphasizes their deep connection to the forest, referring to themselves as 'orang hutan' (forest person). The forest is portrayed as vital for both the preservation of wildlife and the well-being of the local community.

💡Berburu

Berburu, or hunting, refers to the speaker’s past livelihood and family tradition. Hunting, especially for birds, was passed down through generations, but as the video progresses, the speaker expresses a desire to leave behind this practice in favor of conservation efforts. The shift away from hunting symbolizes the speaker's growing awareness of the importance of protecting wildlife.

💡Kakatua Malukuensis

Kakatua Malukuensis, or the Seram cockatoo, is an endangered bird species endemic to Seram Island. The speaker prioritizes the conservation of this species due to its vulnerability to hunting. The Seram cockatoo serves as a symbol of the broader ecological crisis caused by habitat destruction and poaching, highlighting the speaker's shift toward protecting biodiversity.

💡Konservasi

Konservasi, or conservation, is a recurring theme throughout the video. The speaker describes their journey from being a hunter to a conservationist, focusing on the need to preserve the forest and its wildlife. Conservation efforts are portrayed as not just environmental work but also as a responsibility toward future generations and the community.

💡LSM (Lembaga Swadaya Masyarakat)

LSM, or NGOs (Non-Governmental Organizations), play a pivotal role in the speaker’s transformation. In 2003, the speaker began collaborating with both local and international NGOs, which helped change their perspective from hunting to conservation. These organizations are shown to provide support and structure for conservation efforts in the region.

💡Organisasi

Organisasi, or organization, refers to the speaker’s establishment of a community group dedicated to bird watching and conservation, called 'Murid Bertuajing'. The organization represents a formal commitment to protecting the environment and reflects the speaker’s broader goal of educating others about conservation.

💡Rehabilitasi

Rehabilitasi, or rehabilitation, is related to the speaker’s involvement with a wildlife rehabilitation center. Initially focused on hunting, the speaker and other hunters gradually shifted their mindset and began participating in the rehabilitation of wildlife. This transition underscores the theme of redemption and environmental stewardship.

💡Sosialisasi

Sosialisasi refers to the process of community outreach and education. The speaker explains the difficulty of changing people's behavior purely through words. They stress the importance of demonstrating tangible benefits to conservation efforts, as social engagement is crucial for altering entrenched practices like hunting.

💡Ekosistem

Ekosistem, or ecosystem, is used to discuss the broader environmental system the speaker is dedicated to protecting. The speaker emphasizes the importance of maintaining the balance of the ecosystem, warning that the destruction of the forest would lead to catastrophic consequences for both wildlife and human communities.

💡Pesan kepada pemerintah

Pesan kepada pemerintah, or message to the government, reflects the speaker's appeal to authorities for stronger conservation efforts. The speaker criticizes government agencies for being slow to act and urges them to prioritize execution over planning. This message underscores the speaker’s frustration with the lack of concrete actions to preserve the environment.

Highlights

The speaker, Nason Sapu Lite, also known as Sony, shares his deep connection with the forest, having grown up in it and considering it part of his identity.

Nason’s family heritage revolves around hunting, with his father and older brother being prominent hunters, which he began learning at the young age of 5.

By 1987, Nason started actively hunting and climbing tall trees to catch birds, as most birds they hunted nested in trees that were at least 30 meters high.

Nason describes the tradition of hunting as something passed down from his father and brother, emphasizing its importance in his life.

In 2003, Nason and a group of hunters were recruited by a local and international NGO to join a conservation project at the PRS (bird rehabilitation center).

The initial focus of the group remained on hunting, but over time, exposure to visiting researchers and tourists shifted their mindset toward conservation.

Nason experienced a turning point in his life in 2005 when he was arrested by the Manusela National Park authorities for illegal hunting and spent three months in jail.

After serving time, Nason reflected on his actions and felt called to shift his focus toward conservation efforts, particularly related to the forest and wildlife.

In 2018, Nason established his own organization focused on forest and bird conservation, collaborating with the national park to ensure long-term preservation.

The organization Nason founded, Muridnya Bertoaching, focuses on preserving the local population of parrots, especially the endemic Maluku Cockatoo.

Nason stresses the importance of changing local communities’ perspectives on hunting and engaging them in conservation efforts through practical demonstrations and financial incentives.

Nason's personal mission is not only for his organization’s success but also for the broader community's involvement in protecting the ecosystem.

The speaker emphasizes that protecting the forest is essential for the well-being of local communities, as deforestation leads to disasters such as ecological imbalance and potential economic hardship.

He expresses a desire to redeem his past and his family’s overexploitation of the forest by dedicating himself to conservation work.

Nason calls for government and institutional support for conservation efforts, urging them to take action and move beyond planning into execution.

Transcripts

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Jadi Yang jelas bahwa kecintaan saya

kembali ke hutan itu karena memang saya

orang hutan saya orang hutan jadi harus

saya kembali ke hutan Saya punya

Kerinduan supaya Bagaimana hutan alam

ini selalu terjaga karena artinya pada

prinsipnya ketika hutan ini Lestari

masyarakat pun turut Sejahtera

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Nama saya nason sapu Lite biasa

dipanggil Sony dan saya lahir masih

bulan 14 Januari tahun 1971

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awalnya itu saya punya aktivitas itu

sebagai petani

tapi sebelum itu orang tua saya itu dulu

itu pemburu dan beliau itu punya

aktivitas selaku pemburu orang pertama

lah kalau mau dikatakan orang pertama di

sini yang untuk memburu burung satwa itu

beliau dan sesudah itu dilanjutkan

dengan kakak saya

Sebelum saya menginjak kaki saya di SMP

itu saya sudah mulai ikut-ikut dengan

orang tua saya dengan kakak saya itu di

usia 5 tahun

kalau kalau sekarang itu semacam sudah

rumah bagi dia Ya saya sudah mulai

beraktivitas tapi saya belum bisa manjat

pohon saat itu hanya sudah belajar

belajar untuk membuat jerat belajar

untuk taruh ini jerat di pohon pepaya

atau pohon pisang

di tahun 87 Saya mulai belajar belajar

untukmu

berburu Tapi saat itu kita berburu harus

manjat pohon yang tinggi-tinggi seperti

ini karena keketua itu tidak pernah

tidur di pohon-pohon yang pendek tidak

pernah semuanya di pohon-pohon yang

tingginya Palingan yang paling mini

minimalis itu 30 meter 30 meter ke atas

nah di situ saya sudah belajar naik dari

kakak saya cuman trik untuk

perburuan itu saya belajar dari bapak

saya tapi untuk yang manjat pohon besar

ini dari kakak saya Jadi sepertinya ada

warisan turun temurun untuk kita punya

apa proses perburuan ini

jadi ada di mulut sarang itu

bisa lihat aja dengan ini di atas pohon

yang ini nah di tahun 2003 itu di situ

Kebetulan sekali ada salah satu LSM

asing yang bekerjasama dengan LSM lokal

dia merekrut kita masuk ke PRS saat itu

Nah sudah saya Kakak saya dan juga ada

beberapa teman yang termasuk dalam

kelompok pemburu kita masuk kerja situ

kita ada total saat itu ada tujuh orang

saat itu kita sudah kerja tapi pemikiran

kita itu tidak fokus untuk ini pusat

rehabilitasi kita lebih cenderung untuk

berburu nah waktu berjalan berjalan

berjalan Nah sudah semakin lama tamu

semakin datang datang terus habis itu

lama-kelamaan pemikiran kita itu sudah

mulai agak mulai hilang dari kita punya

aktivitas itu

dengan berjalannya waktu Akhirnya saya

punya rencana untuk ke depan bagaimana

saya harus lakukan sesuatu terhadap

lingkungan ini oleh sebab itu secara

perlahan-lahan kita mulai mulai Stop

dari kegiatan kita dan kita lebih fokus

untuk kita planning bagaimana untuk

kedepan kita harus buat apa dan

bagaimana caranya itu saya buat

observasi dulu terkait populasi satwa

yang ada di sini dengan kondisi

lingkungan atau hutan yang ada di

sekitar sini

bahkan saya langsung mulai

bicara kayak orang tua saya dan

adik-adik saya kakak saya saya bilang

bahwa kita punya real yang ada yang

sekitar 12 hektar ini kalau bisa jangan

kita buat kebun lagi cukup yang sebatas

yang orang tua kita sudah tanam apa itu

aja mungkin kedepannya saya ada berusaha

untuk bagaimana kita harus menjaganya

dan melestarikannya Tujuan saya itu saat

itu adalah bagaimana kita menjaganya

supaya bisa jadi satu kawasan

masyarakat sebagai

tentang persentuhan konservasi

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nah di tahun 2018 di situlah berdiri

organisasi saya dan saya mulai pertama

kali saya mendirikan organisasi saya dan

saya bermitra langsung saya Buat

permohonan ke Balai konservasi yaitu

Taman Nasional manusia lah untuk saya

bermitra dan Ya syukur alhamdulillah

mereka langsung respon Saya berkat rumah

saya dengan apa yang saya punya program

kedepan itu saya dan sudah kita jalan

tapi sebelum itu

dulu waktu proses perjalanan kehidupan

saya untuk berburu di tahun 2005 itu

pernah saya ditangkap oleh taman

nasional manusela dan saya dipenjarakan

sekian bulan di taman nasional

saya menjalani hukuman selama kurang

lebih 3 bulan ya Iya sekitar itu saya

keluar dan saat itu saya pikir mungkin

ya inilah imbas daripada saya punya

keserakahan dengan keluarga saya dari

situ saya mulai rasa gimana Kayak

terpanggil dan saya jalan-jalan kerja

dengan teman-teman yaitu sampai di tahun

2018 itu saya punya niatnya untuk

mendirikan organisasi saya dan ya

sekarang

ya mungkin saya pikir lewat organisasi

itu

sekarang udah mulai sepertinya ada

tanda-tanda tapi belum belum belum

maksimal dan Itu Tujuan saya itu bukan

ke pribadi saya atau organisasi tapi

Kerinduan saya Keinginan saya itu

bagaimana supaya dia bisa berimbas ke

masyarakat secara umum Itu Tujuan saya

jadi mungkin yang sekarang saya lakukan

adalah bagaimana saya harus punya

satu konsep yang bagaimana saya harus

merubah pola pikir masyarakat itu dan

saya harus pakai Strategi apa jadi Saya

berusaha bagaimana cara dengan

kehadirannya tamu saya ajak kamu masuk

ke

lokasi-lokasi warga yang masih di situ

ada potensinya seperti sarang burung

atau pakan burung yang memang nanti

burung-burung apa yang di situ ya saya

ajak ke situ dan ketika aja ke situ

nanti ada kontribusinya ke orang yang

punya lahan itu strategi saya untuk

Bagaimana mau Sadarkan mereka Jadi kalau

kita mau Sadarkan masyarakat artinya

masyarakat awal itu susah sekali jadi

harus disertai dengan apa sosial seperti

itu tapi kalau kita cuman sosialisasi

cuma ngomong-ngomong ya pastilah mereka

tidak mau dengar mereka mau perlu itu

lihat Oh apa yang kamu ngomongin apa

artinya imbasnya apa kan gitu

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Iya jadi saya mendirikan komunitas saya

itu namanya murid itu nama tempat lalu

disambung dengan bertoaching artinya

tempat murita untuk pengamatan burung

jadi namanya muridnya bertuajing itu

nama komunitas saya

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di sini yang saya lebih

prioritas yaitu untuk satwa khususnya

burung-burung paruh bengkok ya karena

itu merupakan salah satu jenis satwa

burung perbengkok di sini yang menjadi

endemik pulau Seram adalah ketua

malukuensis itu yang sekarang saya lebih

prioritas untuk

mempertahankan dia punya

kestabilan dia punya populasi karena

kasihan yang sekarang jadi target

perburuan adalah kakak tua bukan yang

lain tapi cuman kasihan di sini kan di

dalam real 12 Sektor ini yang ada cuman

tiga tiga sarang kakatua yang

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Jadi Yang jelas bahwa kecintaan saya

kembali ke hutan itu karena memang saya

orang hutan saya orang hutan jadi harus

saya kembali ke hutan untuk melihat

hutan

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jadi memang kalau saya

cerita tentang

Hutan itu sangat menyentuh sekali dengan

kehidupan

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karena memang dari datuk-datuk kita

turun temurun kita adalah memang

yang kehidupan keseharian kita itu

adalah cuman di hutan kita punya

kehidupan yang ada di dalam hutan ini

Oleh sebab itu saya pingin sekali punya

dan di bagian dari saya menebus segala

keserakahan saya dengan keluarga saya

dari masalah Jadi kalau tempat tidur ini

ini untuk tidur Pak Iya dan ini kalau

dia waktu belum musim bertelur dia tidur

di sini nanti ketika dia sudah pada

musim bertelur dia akan terhindar

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jadi saya berharap

ya mungkin kita semua ya

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baik itu orang tua anak muda Bagi Dia

Anak Usia Dini Saya berharap bahwa

Artinya kita semua punya konsepnya sama

untuk mempertahankan keutuhan daripada

ekosistem di sekitar kita karena ketika

hutan ini sudah tidak ada lagi berarti

yang pertama satu-satu mau dikemanakan

dan di situ bencana akan melanda

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Saya punya pesan mungkin kepada semua

semua orang ini ya anak-anak Bangsa Ya

anak-anak bangsa kita semua harus

berperan penting dalam melihat hal ini

jangan kita duduk di peta tanah apalagi

Ke instansi pemerintah yang terkait

khususnya konservasi karena itu menjadi

hanya satu tekanan saya ke pemerintah

untuk mereka harus lihat ini jangan

mereka harus hanya dulu diam dulu manis

cuma merancang tapi tidak bisa eksekusi

itu itu pesan saya

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di bawah kakiku menuju

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terbayang-bayang wajah

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ra semakin

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kenapa yang bayangkanmu

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