Authorities optimistic of conserving dugong habitat in Johor


Nor Sallehuddin (left) talking to the volunteers from BIMB about making an artificial reef.

PULAU SIBU: The Johor Department of Marine Park Malaysia (JTLMNJ) is optimistic of its efforts to conserve the habitat of the dugong, which is the icon of the waters off Mersing, said its Education and Information Interpretation head Nor Sallehuddin Md Ali.

To this effect, he said various efforts had been undertaken, including educating fishermen, boat owners and tourists not to venture near the habitat of these shy mammals whose conservation status is threatened.

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