Learn about the fascinating reptiles and amphibians of Penang Hill at this Habitalk and Walk by Mohd Abdul Muin Md Akil. Muin is an expert on the herpetofauna of Penang, having studied them for over a decade. He has published more than 30 research manuscripts and described more than 35 new species of reptiles and amphibians. The more you learn about these cold-blooded creatures, the more interest outweighs fear and squeamishness! Come learn more about Penang's species with him on 28th July 2018. After the talk, there is an opportunity for … [Read more...] about Habitalk: Misunderstood & Underappreciated – The tale of the scaly and the slimy
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Habitalk: Reaching High toward Unesco Biosphere Reserve Status
The hills and the coast of Penang have always been important to Penang’s communities. The Penang Hill Biosphere Reserve which encompasses these natural areas are a vital green lung to Penang Island; they provide valuable ecosystem services, spaces for recreation, and support the local economy. The nomination of the Penang Hill UNESCO Man and the Biosphere Reserve celebrates Penang’s distinctive natural and social landscapes and emphasizes an ongoing commitment to achieving a balance between nature conservation and development through … [Read more...] about Habitalk: Reaching High toward Unesco Biosphere Reserve Status
Habitalk: Plant Diversity of Malaysia – a potpourri of nature’s delight
Dr Saw Leng Guan is an expert on Malaysia's floristic heritage and a national treasure in his own right. He has had a long and distinguished career as a botanist with the Forest Research Institute of Malaysia (FRIM). He is the author of the Tree Flora of Sabah and Sarawak, and the Flora of Peninsular Malaysia. Dr Saw is a recipient of the prestigious Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) Medal of excellence for his contributions to plant taxonomy. We are fortunate to have Dr Saw as the Curator of the Penang Botanic Gardens. He is an … [Read more...] about Habitalk: Plant Diversity of Malaysia – a potpourri of nature’s delight
Good Grounding: A specialized workshop for EE practitioners
The Habitat Foundation recently held its inaugural EE Practitioners' Workshop which was a specialized training event designed to support innovation and new approaches in environmental education in Malaysia. The focus of the workshop was to create a platform for knowledge sharing and mutual learning among leading practitioners, educators, and environmental interpreters. The workshop held on 21-22 June 2018 was held at The Habitat Penang Hill and the Penang Botanic Gardens. It was fully supported by The Habitat Foundation as part of its … [Read more...] about Good Grounding: A specialized workshop for EE practitioners
Exciting new finding on how colugos communicate
A routine night survey involving nocturnal mammal researchers and bat researchers during the Penang Hill BioBlitz 2017 has produced an important finding. Researchers based at USM's School of Biological Sciences, Priscillia Miard and Lee Sim Lim stumbled upon an unusual ultrasound call when out looking for insectivorous bats. This call was distinctly different from the kinds of calls made by bats. Further investigation revealed the source - a Sunda Colugo! This was later confirmed with detection of the same ultrasound frequencies among … [Read more...] about Exciting new finding on how colugos communicate
