Environment news in Pontian Johor

1. Malayan tiger Yong Choh released into Tasik Kenyir

   1 day ago Utusan Kampung Choh 6.3 km

   A female Malayan tiger named Yong Choh was released back into its natural habitat at Taman Negara Terengganu, Tasik Kenyir on 6 September after rehabilitation at the National Wildlife Rescue Centre in Sungkai. It was captured in Kampung Choh, Sungai Siput, Perak on 22 July 2026 following human-wildlife conflict. The article also discusses post-release monitoring challenges and lessons from tiger conservation programmes in Russia and India.

2. Malayan Tiger Yong Choh Released into Wild at Terengganu National Park

   1 week ago Harian Metro Kampung Choh 6.3 km

   A female Malayan tiger named Yong Choh, captured in Kampung Choh, Sungai Siput, Perak on July 22, has been released into its natural habitat at Taman Negara Terengganu, Tasik Kenyir, Hulu Terengganu. The release was conducted scientifically after rehabilitation at the National Wildlife Rescue Centre (NWRC) in Sungkai, Perak.