Tea river of Sungai Muda, Kedah

The pristine forests of Ulu Muda in Kedah hold treasures, not only of fascinating flora and flourishing fauna but also as a crucial water catchment area. But logging is threatening this sanctuary.

WHEN the rains fell, the waters of Sungai Muda in Kedah became like teh tarik or milk tea, a sign of soil erosion from state-sanctioned logging nearby.