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Malaysia
Some of Asia’s most charismatic large river turtles are still found in Malaysia, but blatant and unregulated illegal trade threaten their future. For the river and painted terrapin, “stronghold” populations are found here that are critical for the species’ survival. The TSA is collaborating with local biologists and terrapin centers to implement a scientific approach to terrapin headstart and release strategies that will better promote population recovery. Rescue and breeding centers are also desperately needed for other species such as the striped narrow–headed softshell turtle and the Malaysian giant river turtle.
This report is the second to chronicle the daily activities of a TSA team’s visit to four countries in Asia – Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia and Philippines - to design turtle facilities, develop conservation programs, and consult on turtle husbandry issues. The team is led by Rick Hudson and includes Bill Zeigler, Lonnie McCaskill and Dave Manser. The team was met in Myanmar by Kalyar Platt and her father Nyunt Thein (a local retired civil engineer).Newsletter Signup
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