Kota Kinabalu Wetland, Protected mangrove area in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
The Kota Kinabalu Wetland spans 24.2 hectares of mangrove swamps that support 30 different plant species and 90 bird species within an urban setting.
The wetland received official protection status in 1986 and gained recognition as a Ramsar site in October 2016, marking its international environmental importance.
The Sabah Wetlands Conservation Society manages educational programs and research activities to promote understanding of mangrove ecosystems among local communities.
Visitors can access the wetland center through guided tours that showcase the diverse wildlife, including the Chinese egret and lesser adjutant birds.
This wetland contains the critically endangered Bruguiera hainesii mangrove species and serves as a nursery for 21 fish species and various marine organisms.
Location: Kota Kinabalu
Inception: 1986
Address: Jl. Bukit Bendera Upper, 8840 Likas, Kota Kinabalu
Phone: +6088246955
Email: kkcbs@streamyx.com
GPS coordinates: 5.98560,116.08670
Latest update: March 21, 2025 15:39
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