Ulu Muda the hidden realm of the Malaysian rainforest
In the northern end of Peninsular Malaysia bordering Thailand, there is a relatively unknown expanse of lush rainforest almost twice size of Singapore, and accessible mainly by boat. Upon entering this ancient forest, the visitor enjoys a feeling of seclusion rarely felt elsewhere in this increasing...
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| Language: | English |
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Petaling Jaya, Selangor
WWF-Malaysia
[2008]
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| Summary: | In the northern end of Peninsular Malaysia bordering Thailand, there is a relatively unknown expanse of lush rainforest almost twice size of Singapore, and accessible mainly by boat. Upon entering this ancient forest, the visitor enjoys a feeling of seclusion rarely felt elsewhere in this increasingly crowded planet. In the rainforest of Ulu Muda there are rivers, lakes, caves and scattered saltlicks, including one that spews steamy hot sulphuric water that provides much-needed minerals for wild animals. |
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| Physical Description: | 32 pages illustrations, maps 21 cm |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references |
| ISBN: | 9789839960174 |