Watching the birdwatchers


Nature outpost: An example of a bird hide, whose legality in certain areas of Sabah is under question.

KOTA KINABALU: The growing birdwatching industry in Sabah has raised concerns about its operations within the state’s virgin and protected forests.

While villagers participating through cooperatives praise the venture, questions are being raised regarding the legality of bird hides built in these areas.

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