An Introduction to Conservation (Malaysia Edition)

    Conservation of wildlife, especially native pollinators, is critical for the future of our planet—including the future of humanity.  After all, no bees means no fruit, which makes up a huge proportion of the human diet.  Pollution, invasive species, deforestation, and climate change are all threats to our native species that must be combated, starting today.  We can't rely only on individual action; we need to combine it with strong legal protection to save the environment before we lose it forever.

General information
    Bernama. "NRES addresses Segaliud river pollution affecting over 320,000 residents." New Straits Times. April 20, 2025.
    Hakim, Luqman. "Malaysia's growing light pollution threatens wildlife." New Straits Times. July 5, 2025.
    Hilmi Mohd Noor, Hafidzul. "Drones, dark web used by wildlife traffickers in Malaysia." New Straits Times. July 1, 2025.
    Miwil, Olivia. "Sabah to consider wildlife-friendly roads for Phase 3 of Pan Borneo Highway." New Straits Times. May 18, 2025.

Birds
    Alagesh, T. N. "Pahang should tap into booming premium birding market, says state rep." New Straits Times. April 22, 2025.
    Aman, Azanis Shahila. "Bernas, USM launch eco-friendly barn owl project to combat rice field pest." New Straits Times. May 14, 2025.

Carnivores
    Elankovan, Veronica. "Vaccinated pets, safe communities." The Sun. August 21, 2025.
    Mokhtar, Nor Azizah. "Wildlife Dept steps in as tiger population dips below 150." New Straits Times. December 23, 2024.
    —. "Golden cat species at risk as poaching rises for exotic cuisine demand." New Straits Times. March 15, 2025.

Fish
    Bernama. "Over 4.4 tonnes of invasive fish removed from local waters since 2022." The Sun. May 31, 2025.
    Bernama. "Sultan Nazrin, Tuanku Zara grace artificial reef deployment programme in Pulau Sembilan." New Straits Times. August 19, 2025.
    Kim Shan Wee, Alison. "Safeguarding Malaysia’s seafood supply for the future." The Sun. June 10, 2023.
    Zain, Ruwaida Md. "Illegal exotic fish trade busted in Klang, threatening ecosystem." New Straits Times. August 7, 2025.

Hoofed mammals
    Bakar, Baharom. "Terengganu to plant Napier grass as food for wild elephants to reduce conflicts." New Straits Times. May 25, 2025.
    —. "112 Malayan tapirs killed in road accidents between 2020 and 2024." New Straits Times. April 26, 2025.

Invertebrates
    Bernama. "Gazette of Kalibambang Emas enhances endemic butterfly conservation in Sabah." New Straits Times. December 22, 2024.
    Lee, Patrick. "What a buzz: saving Malaysia’s bees, one nest at a time." Globe. May 10, 2021.
    Miwil, Olivia. "NGO sounds alarm over starfish outbreak, boat anchoring on corals off Semporna." New Straits Times. June 6, 2025.
    Munirah. "Malaysia’s Sustainable Seafood: Oysters and Shrimp Making Global Waves." SDG Malaysia. May 16, 2025.
    Ong, Benjamin. "Can I bee your friend? Getting to know our urban wildlife." UNDP. May 20, 2021.
    Paulo, Derrick A. and Gosia Klimowicz. "No more 'hum' in laksa? Why cockles are becoming costlier and harder to find." Channel News Asia. October 31, 2018.
    —. "Everybody saves the tree, but who saves the crab?" The Malaysia Voice. August 4, 2025.
    —. "Sabah officials issue warning to tourists: Hands off Starfish." The Sun. May 19, 2025.
    —. "Where have all the crabs gone? How development is squeezing out southern Malaysia’s sea people | Conservation and indigenous people." WDC News 6. August 28, 2025.

Plants
    Aman, Azanis Shahila. "Nestle Malaysia expands Project RELeaf to educate schoolchildren on 'green' values." New Straits Times. December 23, 2024.
    Miwil, Olivia. "Tap Sabah's mangroves potential for carbon trading, says UMS lecturer." New Straits Times. February 24, 2025.
    Mukhtar, Ahmad Mukhsein. "Kedah to plant 2.2 million trees to make state greener." New Straits Times. January 21, 2025.

Reptiles
    Bernama. "Malaysia's giant softshell turtle on brink of extinction." New Straits Times. May 22, 2024.
    Denin, Mohd Jamilul Anbia Md. "Habitat loss blamed for crocodiles entering human areas." New Straits Times. July 13, 2025.
    Nawawi, Muhaamad Hafis. "Perhilitan: Keeping or releasing pythons without a licence is illegal." New Straits Times. February 14, 2025.
    Hazizi, Ameen. "Expert warns about 'unsustainable' practices at Malaysia's turtle sanctuary." New Straits Times. June 17, 2025.

Small mammals
    Bernama. "Endangered: Pangolin scales still sought-after for use in traditional medicine." New Straits Times. February 20, 2025.
    Denin, Mohd Jamilul Anbia Md. "Porcupines poached over 'miracle cure' belief face decline." New Straits Times. April 19, 2025.

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