Make Time for Nature
Ever heard the saying “Time is money?” A unique partnership between Nielsen Malaysia and WWF-Malaysia offers a new take on this, enabling you to convert your time into cash for nature conservation! By volunteering to answer surveys hosted by Nielsen "YourVoice", you can help fund WWF-Malaysia’s conservation efforts, ranging from saving endangered tigers and turtles to protecting our highland forests, rivers and seas.
Illegal pet trade threatens freshwater turtles and tortoises
An increasing demand for exotic freshwater turtles and tortoises in Southeast Asia is fuelling rampant illegal trade in the pet markets of Indonesia, according to a report released by TRAFFIC, the wildlife trade monitoring network.
WWF-Malaysia regrets tragic end to Whale Shark off Bagan Datoh
WWF-Malaysia deeply regrets the process leading to the capture and callous piecemeal sale of the giant whale shark, which was netted by a fishing trawler off Bagan Sungai Tiang, Bagan Datoh on Sunday.
Asean Declaration Brings New Hope
WWF-Malaysia welcomes the ASEAN Declaration on Environmental Sustainability
Kem Terendak Names Adopted Turtle
Kem Terendak recently adopted a hawksbill turtle which had nested on a beach adjacent to their military camp on 11 August 2007. The turtle has since been tagged with MY4444/MY4445 flipper tags to track her migratory movements via satellite. The turtle species is listed as critically endangered. Track the Terendak Queen's remarkable journey via satellite.
XL Results Foundation recognises vital role of WWF in Malaysia
Participants at the Kuala Lumpur XL Wealth Dynamics Experience event, held from 5 - 7 September, had the satisfaction of knowing that they were supporting a good cause while investing in self improvement. XL Results Foundation donated RM106,250 generated from the event to WWF-Malaysia’s crucial conservation work.
4.8 tonnes of rubbish collected during beach clean-up
More than 140 people from all walks of life gathered on Sunday, 28 October 2007, to tackle the piles of garbage that lined the beach in front of Sekolah Menengah St. Peter Kudat. The purpose of the beach clean-up, which was held in conjunction with Kudat Environmental Week, was to create awareness about the importance of waste management.
Balambangan Caves: A Potential Ecotourism Attraction
Over 20 limestone caves exist on Balambangan Island, an island that is located in the proposed Tun Mustapha Park in the Kudat-Banggi area. With archaeological findings which date back to the Pleistocene (Pleisto - most; cene - recent) era (The Ice Age between 1.75 million to 11,000 years ago), and intriguing chambers and limestone formations, the caves have the potential to attract both local and foreign visitors to Kudat.
Launch of Kudat Environmental Week
Assistant District Officer of Kudat, Encik Mohd. Salleh Haji Aliakhbar, launched Kudat Environmental Week, which is being held in conjunction with Malaysian Environment Week. This event is the first of its kind being held in Kudat. Coordinated by WWF-Malaysia and Kudat Turtle Conservation Society (KTCS), this week-long event is focused on creating awareness of the Marine and Coastal Environment in Kudat.
YTL continues commitment to environmental protection through donation
YTL Corporation is continuing its long term commitment to environmental protection by awarding a total of USD200,000 (RM680,000) to fund local conservation projects. The grants, at USD100,000 (RM340,000) each were awarded to two conservation groups, WWF-Malaysia and Rare.
