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Also See: Borneo

Also See: Borneo

Borneo is home to iconic wildlife such as the magnificent crowned Hornbill and pygmy elephants. The country’s wildlife history is a testament to the island’s incredible challenges it faces in the modern world. Protecting this natural heritage requires a concerted effort from local communities, governments, and the international community. Here’s an overview of key locations that makes Borneo a remarkable destination:

Key Features and Locations in Borneo

Rain Forests:

  • Biodiversity: Borneo’s rain forests are among the oldest in the world, home to a diverse range of wildlife, flora and fauna. They are part of the most biologically diverse areas on Earth.
  • Protected Areas: Several national parks and wildlife reserves protect these rain forests, including Kinabalu Park, Crocker Range Park, and the Danum Valley Conservation Area.

Danum Valley Conservation Area:

  • Pristine Rainforest: One of the best-preserved areas of primary rainforest in Borneo.
  • Wildlife: Home to endangered species like the orangutan, pygmy elephant, and clouded leopard.

Kinabatangan River:

  • Wildlife Corridor: One of the best places in Southeast Asia for wildlife spotting, including proboscis monkeys, pygmy elephants, and a variety of bird species.
  • River Cruises: Popular for wildlife viewing and photography.

Tabin Wildlife Reserve:

  • Conservation: Focuses on the protection of all wildlife and large mammals such as the Sumatran rhinoceros and Bornean pygmy elephant.
  • Hot Springs and Mud Volcanoes: Unique geological features within the reserve.
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