Rajang Mangroves National Park
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| Rajang Mangroves National Park | |
|---|---|
  Rajang Mangroves | |
| Location | Sarawak, Malaysia |
| Nearest city | Sarikei |
| Coordinates | 2°05′N 111°16′E / 2.083°N 111.267°E |
| Area | 107 km2 (41 sq mi) |
| Established | 2000 |
The Rajang Mangroves National Park is a national park in Sarikei Division, Sarawak, Malaysia.[1] It is home to species such as proboscis monkeys, silvered langurs, lesser adjutant storks, Irrawaddy dolphin and hornbills.[2]
It has a very important role in preserving the coast, from the occurrence of erosion, tidal floods and salt intrusions.[3]
See also
[edit]External links
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Official Website of Forest Department Sarawak". Forest Department Sarawak. Retrieved 2019-05-17.
- ^ "Treasure our Rajang mangroves". WWF Malaysia. Retrieved 2019-05-17.
- ^ "Rajang Mangroves | DOPA Explorer". dopa-explorer.jrc.ec.europa.eu. Retrieved 2021-04-29.
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