As many as 200 tree species can be found within 1 hectare of Malaysian rainforests.
~ Turner, 2001a
At Tropical Rainforest Conservation & Research Centre, we aim to play our part in protecting Malaysia's rare, threatened and endangered plant species. We believe in taking action and working on the ground in order to tackle biodiversity loss – one of the most pressing issues facing today’s society. Our conservation and landscape-level initiatives promote sustainable development and management practices.
🌿 Happening this Friday, 3 October 2025, from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM!
@trcrc_org is in partnership with Climate Governance Malaysia for their Roundtable Series 2025 on Biodiversity: Human-Wildlife Conflict.
This session, Human-Wildlife Conflict on Roads: Realistic Solutions, will discuss the risks faced by elephants and tigers in Peninsular Malaysia and explore practical approaches for reducing road-related risks to wildlife.
Join us virtually with complimentary access!
👉 Register here: https://www.cgmalaysia.com/cgm-roundtable-series-2025
#TRCRC #ClimateGovernanceMalaysia #Biodiversity
Learn about TRCRC’s first 10 years of milestone with Tropical Rainforest Living Collection, Banun, Gerik, Perak. We always commit to align our restoration goals in parallel with Perak’s state commitment towards the Central Forest Spine under the federal government master plan, focusing on fragmented habitat connectivity, biodiversity recovery, and forest landscape restoration.
A big shoutout to all supporters and partners who has been believing in TRCRC’s vision to establish living collection in CFS Primary Linkages the last 10 years, one of them is @yayasansimedarbyofficial who has been consistently supporting TRLC-Banun restoration operation the last 5 years. 🌱🌳
For more information about other initiatives to support CFS in Perak, visit the website by Perak Forestry Department at cfsperak.my 🔗
On 20th August, the TRCRC team worked alongside indigenous community partners to survey the mother tree from seed buyback species during the fruiting season. Our fieldwork involved measuring tree height with a clinometer, GPS-tagging mother trees, collecting data via mobile apps, and recording the diameter at breast height (DBH) using diameter tape.
𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄?
We can use similar method to collect data for phenology cycle and carbon monitoring, strengthening collaboration between indigenous knowledge and scientific methodology towards overall ecological health.
Shoutout to @yayasansimedarbyofficial for their long-term support in our reforestation and conservation work.
It’s fruiting season! From July to August, TRCRC has been carrying out seed survey, seed collection and buyback activities. Here’s a glimpse of the seeds we’ve gathered from the community in Banun, Perak. These native seeds are not only vital for forest restoration but also symbolize the community’s commitment to preserving our ecological resources. Every seed germinated brings us one step closer to reviving the local ecosystem and ensuring a healthy forest for generations to come.
A huge thank you to @yayasansimedarbyofficial for making community-based conservation work sustainable over the years and consistently supporting our efforts in forest restoration.
Hello everyone, today we would like to introduce another amazing volunteer, Guang Zhe!
All the way from Republic Polytechnic, Singapore, Guang Zhe joined us for a couple of weeks at TRCRC. His journey took him to both the Elmina Rainforest Knowledge Centre (ERKC) and the Tropical Rainforest Living Collection Banun (TRLC-Banun).
During his time here, we were struck by his keen eye for detail and his genuine affection for animals. His thoughtful observations and care for the living world around him left a lasting impression on our team.
It’s always heartening to see young people like Guang Zhe bringing energy, curiosity, and passion to conservation work. TRCRC sincerely appreciates the dedication he has shown, and we extend our thanks to @yayasansimedarbyofficial for supporting this meaningful volunteer experience.
Hello everyone, let’s welcome our passionate volunteer, Jayden Kang!
Jayden is a 20-year-old student from Republic Polytechnic, Singapore, who joined us at TRCRC for a couple of weeks. During his time with us, he volunteered at both the Elmina Rainforest Knowledge Centre (ERKC) and the Tropical Rainforest Living Collection Banun (TRLC-Banun).
We were truly inspired by Jayden’s curiosity and dedication. With a strong personal interest in birding, he often carried his camera to capture the diverse birdlife around the nursery, showing us his unique way of observing the rainforest’s ecology. His enthusiasm for learning and documenting the natural world has been a joy to witness.
We at TRCRC are grateful to have met such a committed and nature-loving youth. Thank you to @yayasansimedarbyofficial for making this meaningful volunteer journey possible!
On 5th August, Sime Darby Property and TRCRC formalised a 5-year partnership on Urban Biodiversity in a signing ceremony held at Sime Darby Convention Centre.
The agreement was signed by Dr Dzaeman Dzulkifli, Executive Director of TRCRC and Mr. Appollo Leong Yong Kuan, Chief Operating Officer (Township Development) of Sime Darby Property, and witnessed by (from left) Dato’ Seri Azmir Merican, Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer SDP; YAB Dato’ Sri Haji Fadillah bin Haji Yusof, Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia and Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation; and Mrs. Fatimah Merican, TRCRC Board of Trustee member.
The event featured an opening address by Dato’ Seri Azmir Merican, followed by a Royal Address by D.Y.T.M. Tengku Amir Shah Ibni Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Alhaj.
𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 🌳
Recent research by @pantheracats reinforces that tiger conservation and climate goals are not separate efforts—they’re two sides of the same coin. From a policy perspectives, recognizing tiger landscapes as dual biodiversity–carbon assets can guide forest management, climate finance, and national commitments to the Global Biodiversity Framework and the Paris Agreement.
Every tiger saved is a step toward stabilizing the climate. Every forest protected with tigers is a fortress against carbon loss.
“Everyone can play a role in protecting the Malayan Tiger.” - Lara Ariffin, filmaker and co-founder of NGO @rimau_ngo
The Global Tiger Day 2025 is organised by @perakstateparks and supported by other state agencies and civil society organisations @wwfmy @malaysiannaturesociety
