BOGOR, West Java – Poniran, 48, is an animal keeper at Taman Safari Indonesia, and has been taking care of African … More
Tag: Nature
Penang-based nature artist Nasir Nadzir dies aged 31 from Covid-19 complications
Penang’s art scene mourns Nasir Nadzir, a young, much-loved artist from Kepala Batas whose creations and generosity of spirit touched … More
A ‘tail of Borneo’ adventure
WITH Covid-19 still lingering around the world, it will be a while before Malaysians can renew their passports, take leave … More
Why Germans love getting naked in public
“Free-body culture” promotes harmony with nature, and today some Germans sunbathe nude, strip down to play sports and even hike … More
635-million-old fungi is the world’s oldest terrestrial fossil
Scientists have found the world’s oldest terrestrial fossil hiding inside 635-million-year-old sedimentary dolostone rocks from China. Researchers estimate the record-setting … More
Remote travel: On the road in Namibia
Sparsely populated and hugely diverse, this African nation is an ideal destination for our socially distanced times WINDHOEK: In this age … More
Nakhon Phanom: More than meets the eye
While there are many landmarks to see in this northern province across from Laos, perhaps the best activity is to … More
‘I’m as good as any man’: Aceh activist champions megafauna sanctuary preservation
JAKARTA: It was a picture of Oscar-winning actor Leonardo DiCaprio standing in front of two elephants with a man and … More
Hiding in plain sight
Krabi’s Nong Thale boasts some epic vistas that many visitors to this southern province remain unaware I’m no fan of … More
The wisdom of the forest, finding inner peace in nature
Much can be learned through a sojourn into the outdoors, pushing oneself can be a way to understand oneself FOUR years … More
Sarawak’s spectacular biodiversity comes alive through Lily’s lens
Court interpreter, Lily Liew Siaw Sze, is an amateur naturalist, who has captured some of Sarawak’s most spectacular flora and … More
National Gallery Exhibits Works of Unorthodox Artist Affandi
Jakarta. An exhibition portraying the life of legendary artist Affandi through his own works was held at the National Gallery … More
Roaming in the gloaming
Ranong, the northernmost province on the Andaman coast, has so many things to love, despite unpredictable weather It was pouring … More
In awe of the Rafflesia
Tioman is famed for its translucent waters, colourful corals and powdery-white beaches. Beyond these natural attractions, its rainforest holds many … More
More than just tea and strawberry
CAMERON Highlands has always been Malaysians’ favourite family holiday destination, with its farmlands and nurseries, museum and tea centres, golf … More
Corridors between habitat areas can reduce roadkill
ROADS encroach on animal habitats and populations, posing a hazard to wildlife. In Malaysia, as elsewhere, the rise in roadkill … More
10 Traditional Malay-Style Airbnbs For A Picturesque Kampung Getaway
Kampung ambience in comfort. 1. Kuang Kampung Retreat @ Sungai Buloh, Selangor Image viaAirbnb Image viaAirbnb Image viaAirbnb Nestled in … More
Fraser Hill: Malaysia’s exquisite, dainty hill station
FRASER’S Hill is spread across seven densely forested hills in the Titiwangsa Range, the backbone range of Peninsular Malaysia. It … More
Kinabatangan calling
Six in the morning, the group members were already aboard the boats cruising swiftly along the Kinabatangan River in Sandakan … More
Venice nurtures its lagoon back to health
Environmental project aims to restore it to its former glory, by introducing more fresh water. Venice (AFP) : Venice may … More
An abandoned British island reclaimed by nature
With no permanent residents and millions of animals, South Georgia island is one of the world’s most biodiverse places. Yet, … More
Indonesia’s Mt Sinabung erupts again, flight warnings issued
This is the eighth time that the volcano on Sumatra island has erupted in a week JAKARTA: Indonesia’s Mount Sinabung … More
Mulu: rainforest extraordinaire
In late June, the two tour groups of some 60 members said they loved walking along the rainforest trails in … More
This Beautiful 130-Million-Year-Old Malaysian Rainforest Is The Perfect Escape Into Nature
A great place for a family or friends outing! If you’re looking for an escape into nature, this pristine rainforest … More
