5 Things To Do In Malaysia For Wildlife Enthusiasts And Nature Lovers

Malaysia is recognised as one of 12 mega-diverse countries in the world, with many of its species occurring in unusually high densities. For example, it is estimated that there are around 1,500 species of terrestrial vertebrates in its territory alone. Most of the country is covered in rainforest, and approximately 361 mammal species, 694 bird species, 250 reptile species, and 150 frog species have been recorded here. The Southeast Asian nation’s large marine territory also holds a great diversity of life, with the country's coastal waters comprising part of the Coral Triangle.