Pangolin Conservation

  • Physical | Workshop
  • Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Themes & Topics

Nature & Environment

Wildlife Conservation

About the Experience

Duration: 2 hours
Beginner

No prior experience required

Up To 2 Learners
Languages: English, Malay

Description

Malaysia is home to several globally threatened wildlife species, one of which is the Sunda pangolin (Manis javanica). Sunda pangolins have recently been threatened with extinction in Malaysia due to hunting and poaching for local consumption and international illegal wildlife trade, habitat loss, and conflicts between humans and animals as a result of rapid urbanization, such as roadkill. Active public participation in wildlife conservation is critical for the survival of many endangered species, including Sunda pangolins. The workshop was created by experienced conservation practitioners to engage and encourage participants to participate in wildlife conservation in order to safeguard threatened species like Sunda pangolins by mitigating major threats. The workshop aims to mobilize Malaysian citizens in efforts to protect wildlife, reduce demand for wildlife products, and combat wildlife crime. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about wildlife conservation issues in Malaysia, with a focus on Sunda pangolins, and participate in conservation efforts as well as network with other participants to share knowledge and experiences.

Instructions

How to prepare

1. Dress code: casual, with a mask required. 2. Prepare to be open-minded, respectful, and active in the workshop. 3. Participants are encouraged to fill in their names and email addresses on the sheet prepared during the workshop in order to continue engaging and sharing.

The host will provide

  • Mahjong Papers
  • Marker Pens
  • A4 Paper
  • Notepads
  • Pencils
  • Sellotape

What to bring

  • Pen
  • Drinking Water

About the Host

Danau Girang Field Centre

STEAM Education Center
Danau Girang Field Centre is a collaborative research and training facility managed by the Sabah Wildlife Department and Cardiff University. It is situated in Lot 6 of the Lower Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary in Sabah, Malaysia. Our research aims to help mitigate the loss of Asian biodiversity by understanding the effects of habitat fragmentation on the ecosystem, while encouraging in-situ conservation and engaging with NGOs, stakeholders and policy makers alike. We offer a variety of ways to study, welcoming PhD, MRes and MSc students from all over the world, provided that their research falls under our general theme. DGFC also offers facilities for field courses from overseas and within the Asia-Pacific region, including Malaysia. We are open to volunteers, professional training years and to research collaborations with scientists worldwide.
Kinabatangan, Malaysia

Location

Perpustakaan Tanjung Aru, Pekan Tanjung Aru
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia

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