Sarawak to establish crocodile sanctuaries to address human-wildlife conflict

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Sarawak to establish crocodile sanctuaries to address human-wildlife conflict

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Sarawak plans to create multiple crocodile sanctuaries to mitigate human-wildlife conflicts by relocating crocodiles from high-risk areas. This long-term environmental and public safety initiative underscores efforts to address ecological challenges and protect communities in the region.

KUCHING (June 19): Sarawak will establish several crocodile sanctuaries across the state as a long-term measure to address human-crocodile conflicts, said Datuk Len Talif Salleh. The State Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment said the initiative aims to relocate crocodiles removed from high-risk areas that pose a potential threat to public safety. [...] The post Sarawak to establish crocodile sanctuaries to address human-wildlife conflict appeared first on Borneo Post Online.

World Conflict Politics Health crocodile sanctuaries human-wildlife conflict public safety Sarawak environment wildlife relocation

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