Unearthing treasure trove of flora, fauna


A red-tailed green ratsnake (Gonyosoma oxycephalum) found in its habitat in Panti Forest Reserve. — Photo courtesy of Hardy Adrian A. Chin

AS part of efforts to safeguard its astonishing beauty and biodiversity, the Panti Forest Reserve in the Kota Tinggi district of Johor will be gazetted as a research and wildlife protection forest.

Johor Forestry Department director Datuk Salim Aman said the flora and fauna in the 13,512ha forest reserve would be better protected as part of the state’s Panti Conservation Area (PCA) initiative.

Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Metro News

Malaysian superfans, pulse of the stadium
Jalan Peel comes alive for New Year countdown
Calls to reassess suitability of Selayang health clinic
Firm spreads festive cheer through CSR initiative
Honouring nation’s fabric heritage
Bukit Bintang set to dazzle with lights, parade, colour in prelude to VM2026
KL to take centre stage
Dream trip for Liverpool fans to Anfield
Journey of devotion for the faithful
Cocktail tribute to local botanical heritage

Others Also Read