Indonesia considers “cat island” as a solution for stray cats Indonesian authorities are considering an unusual solution for the capital's growing stray cat population, which is expected to reach more than 800,000 by 2025. The Jakarta government plans to relocate the cats to a small island north of the city. The pilot project would take the cats to Lesser Tidung (Kecil), a small mangrove conservation island neighboring Greater Tidung (Besar) island, a much-visited tourist destination. Animal protection company feeds stray cats in Jakarta, Indonesia DW Authorities say it could help control overpopulation and boost tourism, but residents and experts warn of disease risks, environmental impact and long-term animal welfare concerns. "If they are simply thrown there, without the necessary care, what's the point? If no one feeds them, they will suffer. And there is also the issue of diseases", criticized a resident of the island of Greater Tidung, neighboring the island where the felines would be taken. Dwi Cahyaningtyas, who takes care of stray cats in the capital, believes that the best solution would be to neuter them.