Page 11 - Augustine Tuuga News Today

Wildlife seized from illegal trade afforded better protection in Malaysia

Bung said the hunting and killing of crocodiles on a regular basis is needed to reduce its population.

KOTA KINABALU: There are no takers as yet for crocodile hunting licences, with the Sabah government easing restrictions amid the increasing numbers of fatal encounters with the reptiles along the state's rivers.

KOTA KINABALU: Enjoy having a python draped around your shoulders, learn about civets and admire a colourful Macaw parrot flying around while you sit and absorb snippets of information given out by a friendly guide.

KOTA KINABALU: Wildlife rangers have stationed themselves at a river where a woman was killed by a crocodile in the Kinabatangan district.

Counter wildlife trafficking experts conducted specialized training course in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, officially launched by Sabah Wildlife.

The Sugud Islands Marine Conservation Area (Simca) will now be known as an IUCN Green List Site – the first of its kind in Malaysia, said Reef Guardian, in a statement.  Through the Green List, Simca is now recognised globally as a well-managed Protected Area.  “This historic recognition was announced at the 2nd Asia Parks Congress currently held at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC),” said Reef Guardian, a non-profit company appointed by the State Gover...

KOTA KINABALU: The Sugud Islands Marine Conservation Area (Simca) is now an IUCN Green List Site – the first of its kind in Malaysia.

There is fear of the Sunda pangolin, also known as the Malayan or Javan pangolin, becoming extinct in Sabah due to illegal hunting of the mammal, said Sabah Wildlife Department (JHL) Director Augustine Tuuga

KOTA KINABALU: Otters might look adorable and seem playful, but the public are advised against petting them as these creatures can be dangerous if they feel threatened.