LUMUT: Unregulated harvesting of sea cucumber and the destruction of its habitat are contributing to its dwindling numbers in Malaysian waters, an academician said.
Known as hoisam by the Chinese and gamat by the Malays, the sea cucumber is a much sought-after commodity, either as a delicacy or for its therapeutic qualities.
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