Belum Temenggor Forest Reserve

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Belum Temenggor Forest Reserve, Forest reserve in Perak, Malaysia

The 300,000-hectare Belum Temenggor Forest Reserve contains diverse ecosystems ranging from freshwater swamps to upland tropical forests filled with native species.

The forest reserve gained national recognition in 2003 when Malaysia designated it as a protected area to safeguard its ecological importance.

The Jahai indigenous community maintains traditional practices within the forest reserve, using natural resources according to methods passed through generations.

Visitors need permits to enter the reserve and can arrange guided tours that include hiking, bird watching, and boat trips through the waterways.

Scientists continue to discover previously unknown plant and animal species within the forest reserve, demonstrating its role as a biodiversity center.

Inception: July 31, 2003

GPS coordinates: 5.67000,101.38000

Latest update: May 12, 2025 21:42

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