Illegal exotic fish trade busted in Klang, threatening ecosystem
The Selangor Fisheries Department (DoF) seized an estimated RM18,000 worth of the prohibited fish from the premises, which were found to be in violation of the Fisheries (Prohibition of Import of Fish) (Amendment) Regulations 2024.
The raid was conducted by DoF officers at 11am on Wednesday, following a public tip-off.
Selangor DoF director Noraisyah Abu Bakar said inspections revealed the shop owner was selling, rearing, storing, and displaying fish species in violation of the regulations.
"The seized species included 10 Flower Horns, 15 Amazon Catfish, one Alligator Gar, three Piranhas, 45 Silver Dollars, 16 Tiger Shovelnose Catfish, and 12 Leopard Catfish," she said.
Noraisyah said that despite repeated warnings, some traders continue to sell and display banned ornamental fish.
She added that possession of these prohibited species without proper approval would result in legal action.
"DoF Selangor stresses that these rules must not be taken lightly, as the species in question are listed as capable of disrupting the aquatic ecosystem balance and dominating the state's river waters," she said.
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