She has electric-blue legs and a creamy toffee body. She’s a spider and she has just been named. But the dubious means by which specimens like her end up in scientists’ hands is cause for alarm, as featured in Science by YH Law, with reporting by Erik Stokstad.
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Conserving New Malaysia (Part II)
While Malaysia’s new reform federal government has stated its commitment towards sustainable forest management and policies, working with states can be challenging. This is the second of a two-part look at conservation policy and legislation in Malaysia.
Related report: Conserving New Malaysia (Part I)
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Conserving New Malaysia (Part I)
Since the Pakatan Harapan coalition took over government in Malaysia last year, political and economic reforms have dominated headlines. But what is this government doing about conservation? This is the first of a two-part look at conservation policy and legislation in Malaysia.
Related report: Conserving New Malaysia (Part II)
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Tell us what you think
WHAT bugs you most when it comes to environmental issues in Malaysia? Which threats to nature alarm you? And what solutions urgently require action?
The Macaranga team wants to know. We appreciate your time answering these eight questions.
(Photo: Beach cleanup in Pantai Remis | SL Wong)
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