Stop the crocodile attacks
‘These crocodiles are becoming bolder and entering urban areas, possibly due to population growth and other factors.’ – Women, Family and Community Development Minister, Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri. IN the tourism world, Sarawak is well known as the “Land of the Hornbills”. Hornbills, you see, are important cultural symbols for the Dayak people and represent […]
Govt urged to look into increasing crocodile attacks on human beings
LUNDU: The Sarawak government has been urged to tackle the increasing crocodile population, which has led to crocodile attacks and sightings in non-habitat areas. Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said crocodiles are now being found in urban areas such as Kuching Waterfront and residential drainage systems. She hoped that the […]
‘Operation Crocodile’ along Sarawak River following reptile sightings
KUCHING: The Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) implemented ‘Operation Crocodile’ along the Sarawak River following public complaints on crocodiles seen in the areas involved. The operation started on March 14 and ran until March 17. SFC stated that the areas involved in crocodile removal operations were rivers near Kampung Bintawa, Kampung Pulo, Kampung Semarang, Petanak, Padungan, […]
Heightened crocodile activity alert as rainy season approaches
KUCHING: As the rainy season looms ahead, the Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) has issued a cautionary advisory on a noticeable surge in crocodile population and their increased activities across the state. The surge is particularly evident from November and is expected to persist until March, aligning with the species’ breeding season. “The public is strongly […]
Crocodile presence raises concerns among residents
SEMARIANG: An 87-year-old local resident, Suhaili Mit has raised concerns regarding the escalating presence of crocodiles in this area. Suhaili, who has lived in Semariang for 46 years, shared insights into the changing dynamics of the local ecosystem. Describing encounters with crocodiles since childhood, he emphasised that, historically, these creatures have coexisted without causing disturbances […]
Rep suggests crocodile-free zones
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Several crocodile-free zones need to be established in selected areas throughout the state to ensure fishermen are free to seek catch without the risk of being threatened by crocodiles. Muara Tuang assemblyman Datuk Idris Buang said this during a crocodile hunting operation held at the old Muara Tuang Ferry base here on Wednesday. […]
