The ‘sheep’ that can photosynthesise

Much like its herbivorous namesake, the ocean-dwelling “leaf sheep” grazes for food; however, it supplements its diet in a unique … More

Natural soundscapes boost health markers, lower stress

OTTAWA : Stressed out by the pandemic? Spending more time in green spaces might be just what the doctor ordered, … More

Rafflesia sanctuary in Tasik Kenyir levelled: MNS

There’s simply nothing left, says expert THE Malaysian Nature Society was shocked to discover the areas meant to protect the large … More

This Rhino Keeper Knows He Has Important Job

BOGOR, West Java – Poniran, 48, is an animal keeper at Taman Safari Indonesia, and has been taking care of African … More

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