ABSTRACT
This research illustrates and explains the role of forestry police in maintaining the sustainability of forest areas so that they are maintained. The method used in this research is a sociological approach with case study design. The type of research used is descriptive qualitative. The results showed that the role of forestry police in guarding the Alas Purwo National Park area, especially endemic animal theft has been followed up. As with the fact that poaching and utilization of wildlife is endemic, for business and pleasure purposes (hobbies and collections) has resulted in thousands of wild animals of various types endangered. This form of violation has been followed up by the forestry police and sanctioned to the perpetrators. To minimize animal theft, cooperation and community participation are
needed both technical and non-technical.
Keywords: Animal Protection, Alas Purwo National Park, Forestry Police.