Bukit Lima Gazetted as Malaysia's Largest Urban Peat Swamp Reserve
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Bukit Lima Nature Reserve in Sibu is set to be gazetted as Malaysia's largest protected urban peat swamp nature reserve.
Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the protected area will cover about 1,045 hectares, made up of the existing 301 hectares and another 744 hectares.
He said major development will not be allowed inside the reserve. Only small-scale facilities for recreation and basic amenities are planned.
The reserve has also been recognised by the Malaysia Book of Records as the country's largest protected urban peat swamp nature reserve.
Why it matters
For Sibu, this is a big green lung right inside an urban area. It also gives Sarawak another conservation asset that can support education, recreation and environmental protection at the same time.
Location: Bukit Lima Nature Reserve, Sibu
Details: The announcement was made after the Sarawakku Sayang Programme in Sibu on July 11.
Source: Sarawak TribuneWhat do you think?
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