Conservation Efforts Intensified to Protect Endangered Malayan Tiger
PETALING JAYA: A partnership between a Pahang group and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been formed to conserve the endangered Malayan tiger and preserve its natural habitat, backed by a RM99.8 million grant from the Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund (MBZIF).
Partnership to Tackle Threats to Malayan Tiger Population
The partnership, which was officially announced today during the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, aims to tackle threats such as poaching, habitat destruction, and declining tiger populations. Key actions include anti-poaching patrols, breeding programmes for prey species, and the integration of innovative tools like genetic studies and establishing in situ research facilities. These efforts are expected to secure sustainable food sources and enhance overall conservation outcomes for the Malayan tiger – of which there are less than 150 in the wild.
International Partnership Emphasized
The Tengku Mahkota of Pahang, Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah, emphasized the importance of international partnerships in addressing global conservation challenges. "This partnership with the UAE enables us to be ambitious in our efforts to protect the Malayan tiger and other endangered species," he said. "It serves as a testament to the power of bilateral cooperation in achieving meaningful outcomes for wildlife and ecosystems."
Conservation Efforts to Benefit Local Communities
The Al-Sultan Abdullah Royal Tiger Reserve, located next to Taman Negara National Park in Pahang, spans 1,340 sq km and serves as a critical habitat for the Malayan tiger. The reserve’s conservation efforts will also address climate change by protecting rainforests that store millions of tons of carbon. Local and indigenous communities will play a central role and benefit from conservation-related jobs and sustainable tourism opportunities at the reserve.
FAQs
Q: What is the goal of the partnership?
A: The partnership aims to conserve the endangered Malayan tiger and preserve its natural habitat.
Q: What are the key actions included in the partnership?
A: Key actions include anti-poaching patrols, breeding programmes for prey species, and the integration of innovative tools like genetic studies and establishing in situ research facilities.
Q: How much funding has been allocated for the partnership?
A: The partnership has been backed by a RM99.8 million grant from the Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund (MBZIF).