Clean river ensures habitat preservation
KAPIT: River cleaning activity is important for preserving and maintaining its habitat. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Bumiputera Laws and Customs), Jefferson Jamit Unyat, said that such programmes should be continued for the long-term benefits. According to him, maintaining the cleanliness of the river is crucial as it has the potential to become a […]
Frightening experience as python slips through ceiling
MIRI: A family of four in Kampung Pasir Lutong here thought they could enjoy a late night programme on television but a three-metre reticulated python had other plans. The python weighing some 8-kg slipped through the ceiling of their living room and landed on the floor last night (Jan 8). The terrified family immediately informed […]
APM captures 13-ft-long python found inside cat’s cage
KUCHING: A 13-foot-long python spotted in a cat’s cage at Lorong Sunang Rajan 1A2, Demak Baru, was captured by Civil Defence Force (APM) Kuching this morning. A spokesman from APM Kuching said they received an emergency call around 5.55 am and despatched a four-member team to the scene. On arrival, the team met with the […]
Admire orchids in their natural habitats
BY NURA VALENTIANA LORNA & CLEMENT ERIK WONG ORCHIDS – one of the most commercially valuable ornamental plants – are under threat globally, with mainly terrestrial orchids (that grow on the ground) being in the crosshairs of plant poachers. Because of its beauty and horticultural value, the flower spikes the interest of illegal collectors in […]
Strayed pangolin back in its natural habitat
MIRI: A pangolin has two civicminded residents to thank for its safe return to its natural habitat here. A woman handed over the anteater to the Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) Miri Region office. The custodian of national parks and wildlife said the pangolin was in good and safe condition when it was handed over by […]
