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Distinct tigers captured on camera in Malaysia's Bukit Bangkong
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Distinct tigers captured on camera in Malaysia's Bukit Bangkong

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Wildlife Department cameras captured images of distinct tigers in Bukit Bangkong, Perak, Malaysia.
  • Two separate tiger images were recorded in March and April, with one tiger estimated to be around three years old.
  • The area remains active for tigers, with evidence of prey and other wildlife, prompting continued monitoring.

Wildlife cameras in Malaysia's Bukit Bangkong, Chemor, Perak, have captured distinct images of tigers, indicating the presence of at least one new individual in the area. The Department of Wildlife and National Parks (Perhilitan) recorded two separate tiger images on March 13 and April 20.

One tiger captured in the footage is estimated to be about three years old, with a paw print size of approximately 12 centimeters. "The tiger recorded via the camera trap in Bukit Bangkong is different from tigers detected previously," said Teh Kok Lim, Chairman of the State Science, Environment, and Green Technology Committee.

Perhilitan identified the tiger by its unique stripe patterns, noting that each individual possesses a distinct pattern on its left and right sides. The images were obtained from cameras placed on an alternative route to the summit and at the peak itself. Based on monitoring, Bukit Bangkong is believed to be a roaming area for this tiger, not just a transit point.

Evidence found in the area includes tiger paw prints, the carcass of a cow believed to have been preyed upon by the tiger, deer and wild boar tracks, and bear claw marks on trees. Perhilitan has maintained six camera traps in three separate locations identified as active wildlife corridors, particularly for tigers.

Discussions are ongoing regarding the reopening of Bukit Bangkong for recreational activities. A meeting on June 10 involving Perhilitan, the Kampung Tanah Hitam Village Development and Security Committee (JPKK), and the Tanah Hitam Police Station Chief considered reopening the main summit trail while closing the alternative route. The department advises hiking activities between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. However, the JPKK has expressed objections to reopening the area to the public. Bukit Bangkong's popular hiking trails were temporarily closed on December 9 after a tiger allegedly attacked two cows nearby, with authorities deeming the area unsafe until the animal was located.

The tiger recorded via the camera trap in Bukit Bangkong is different from tigers detected previously.

— Teh Kok LimChairman of the State Science, Environment, and Green Technology Committee, commenting on the distinct tiger images captured.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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