Taman Negara A Bastion of Malaysian Biodiversity Ghazally Ismail

"Besides having the prestigious reputation as one of the world's oldest fainforests, this more than 100 million year-old Taman Negara of Malaysia never fails to evoke romance and intense fascination in all its visitors. It is home to a marvellous variety of intriguing animal and plant species that puts Malaysia as the premier eco-destination for tourists from all across the globe. The book aims to increase our understanding and awareness of Taman Negara's biological diversity and stimulate rational thinking on possible adverse impacts of ecotourism on our environment and natural heritage. With this, the authors hope to instill a common sense of responsibility in all of us to judiciously care and manage this pristine ecosystem in its natural state for the enjoyment of our future generations so that Taman Negara will not be 'a paradise lost'."

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