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(FILE PIX) Environmental activist Ahmad Nizar Kamaruddin from Sahabat Alam Malaysia observes riverbank erosion caused by oil palm cultivation along Sungai Kinta near Kampung Permatang Pelandok in Pasir Salak, saying smallholders often encroach buffer zones to maximise land use on Sept 27, 2025. (BERNAMA PHOTO)

An animal rights lawyer has condemned the demonisation of monkeys and stray dogs in Malaysia, calling it a harmful distraction from deforestation, urban neglect and institutional failure. Photo: Edited via Canva

His pitch stood out for its emphasis on ecosystem dynamics, including human-wildlife conflict, habitat loss and the effects of climate change on animal behaviour and migration patterns. - AFP file photo for illustration purpose only

In this story from the Land Below the Wind, there are no villains or heroes - only victims, namely farmers trying to make ends meet and Bornean elephants looking for food. Photo by Bernama

Across the country, the Department of Wildlife and National Parks (PERHILITAN) works tirelessly to rescue and relocate wild elephants from human-wildlife conflict zones, carrying not just their bodies, but their emotions, memories, and dignity to safety. Photo courtesy of PERHILITAN.

The car sustained damage to the front, rear, and both sides, but the driver was unharmed. - Photo source: Social media

WWF-Malaysia has also urged motorists travelling the Gerik-Jeli highway to remain vigilant for animals crossing, as they are driving through wildlife habitats. - File photo

Given the emotional distress and agitation shown by the mother elephant, Perhilitan officers were forced to use sedatives to safely relocate her back into the forest using a four-wheel-drive vehicle. Photo courtesy of Perhilitan.

Photo for illustration purpose only. - File photo

Photo for illustration purposes only. - Photo by 123RF