Originally published in the New Straits Times – 15 May 2007 | By Debra Chong and Su Aziz In 2007, DiGi Telecommunications announced five nominees for its third "Amazing Malaysians" project. These individuals were nominated by the public for their ...[ read more ]
LANGKAWI UNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARK — ASIA’S EVOLUTIONARY CRADLE
Langkawi is not merely an archipelago; it is a geological masterpiece. In 2007, it was officially designated as the first UNESCO Global Geopark in Southeast Asia. This status recognizes Langkawi’s 550 million years of history, preserved in its ancient rock ...[ read more ]
DEDICATED CUSTODIANS — GUARDIANS OF MALAYSIA’S HERITAGE
Originally published in Star Two (The Star) – 21 March 2007 | By Rubin Khoo In 2007, five individuals from diverse backgrounds were united by a common bond: their role as guardians of Malaysia’s rich heritage. Selected from a nationwide ...[ read more ]
TOURISM CAN SOAR WITH BIRDS — UNLOCKING THE NORTHERN FRONTIER
Originally published in the New Straits Times – 30 March 2007 | By Sean Augustin While established destinations like Taman Negara and Fraser’s Hill have long been the pillars of Malaysian birdwatching, the northern states—including Kedah, Perak, and Terengganu—possess immense ...[ read more ]
THE MAGNIFICENT GREAT HORNBILLS OF LANGKAWI
Field Report by Sri Sari | Published January 2007 Peering through my monocular, I can clearly see his red eyes — a sure sign that he is a male. On the branch above him sits his lifelong mate, the female, ...[ read more ]
LOVE IS IN THE AIR — BIRD NESTING SEASON IN LANGKAWI
Field Notes by Sri Sari | Published February 2011 February in Langkawi marks the beginning of a spectacular natural phenomenon. As the dry season takes hold, the island's avian residents begin their elaborate courtship rituals. From the high canopies of ...[ read more ]
JOBS OF JOY — THE NATURALIST’S CALLING
Originally published in The Star – 16 June 2007 | By C.Y. Lee For Irshad Mobarak, the path to becoming Langkawi’s most prominent naturalist was paved with a radical shift in perspective. Once a corporate banker, Irshad left the financial ...[ read more ]
ALL WALKS OF LIFE — AN INTERVIEW WITH IRSHAD MOBARAK
Conservation as a Calling in the Langkawi Rainforest The journey of a naturalist often begins with a simple spark of curiosity. For Irshad Mobarak, growing up in Seremban provided the initial contact with the outdoors, further fueled by the legendary ...[ read more ]
A WALK TO REMEMBER — THE RISING STAR OF SOUTHEAST ASIA
Originally published in The Guardian – 14 May 2005 | By Andrew Catchpole "Langkawi is one of the most ravishing places in southeast Asia and is already being talked of as a rising star, yet it is still a hideaway ...[ read more ]
Gunung Jerai | 3Days 2Nights
Discover Kedah’s ancient heritage and natural beauty on a 3-day, 2-night journey based at the scenic Jerai Hill Resort. Begin your experience with a peaceful mangrove cruise, sunset views over the lowlands, and a restful night in the cool mountain ...[ read more ]
THE PLIGHT OF THE SEA EAGLE — CONSERVING LANGKAWI’S MAJESTIC RAPTORS
Wildlife Conservation | Raptors of Langkawi The White-bellied Sea Eagle (Haliaeetus leucogaster) is an iconic symbol of Langkawi, often seen soaring effortlessly above the archipelago's limestone karsts and turquoise waters. However, behind its majestic appearance lies a disturbing reality—the plight ...[ read more ]
NATURALIST PAR EXCELLENCE — THE GUIDING FORCE OF JUNGLEWALLA
Our Leadership | Natural History & Conservation For over three decades, Irshad Mobarak - Naturalist has been at the forefront of nature conservation and education in Malaysia. A self-taught naturalist with a profound love for the archipelago’s biodiversity, Irshad has ...[ read more ]