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The Star
13-07-2025
- General
- The Star
Don't dump dead fish in rivers, breeders told
Hunt is on: Teh officiating the Foreign Fish Hunting Grand Prix Programme at Taman Dr Seenivasagam in Ipoh. IPOH: Fish breeders must dispose of dead fish properly by burying them instead of dumping them into rivers, says Perak environment committee chairman Teh Kok Lim. He reminded fish breeders not to treat rivers as dumping grounds, warning that discarded waste, especially dead fish, could have serious environmental consequences. 'There is a risk of disease spreading and harming native fish species. That is why we acted quickly to remove the dead fish,' he said when commenting on an online video of dead fish floating in the Kinta River. He said an investigation by the Fisheries Department, in collaboration with the Environment Department, found that the river's water quality remained good and the fish was likely not river-bred. 'The dead black tilapia is believed to have been dumped by an irresponsible party,' he told reporters after officiating the Foreign Fish Hunting Grand Prix Programme yesterday. Also present was Perak Fisheries Department director Mohd Ghazali A. Manap. Teh said any fish-releasing activities must first be referred to the Perak Fisheries Department. 'The state government takes river pollution and ecosystem disruption seriously, especially when it involves the irresponsible release of foreign fish species into rivers, lakes, ponds and former mining pools. 'Foreign species such as Redtail Catfish, Peacock Bass and ikan bandaraya (armoured catfish) can cause significant ecological damage. 'These species often alter riverbeds and pond banks and disrupt natural habitats. 'In the long term, this could negatively impact local economies, particularly those dependent on fisheries and eco-tourism,' he added. Teh also reminded the public that releasing foreign or invasive fish species could result in legal action under the Fisheries Act 1985 and its related regulations. 'Every action we take today will determine the environmental legacy we leave for future generations,' he said.
The Star
12-07-2025
- The Star
Dead fish floating in Kinta River were dumped, says state govt
IPOH: Dead fish found floating in the Kinta River recently are believed to have been dumped by an irresponsible party, according to the Perak government. The state environment committee chairman Teh Kok Lim said that investigations carried out by the Fisheries Department in collaboration with the Environment Department (JAS) confirmed that the river's water quality remained good and the fish were likely not river-bred. 'The dead fish were not native to the river. They were identified as black tilapia and are believed to have been discarded into the river. 'So far, we have not been able to identify who is responsible for this irresponsible act," he told reporters after officiating the Foreign Fish Hunting Grand Prix Programme on Saturday (July 12). Also present was Perak Fisheries Department director Mohd Ghazali A. Manap. 'I urge all parties, especially fish breeders, to dispose of dead fish properly by burying them instead of dumping them into rivers. It is a shared responsibility,' said Teh. Teh reminded the fish breeders not to treat the river as a dumping ground, warning that discarded waste, especially dead fish, could have serious consequences. 'What is thrown into the river can affect all levels of society, particularly those living downstream. "There is a risk of disease spreading and harming native fish species as well. That is why we acted quickly to remove the dead fish,' he said. Recently, a video of dead fish floating in the Kinta River has been circulating on social media. On a separate matter, Ghazali said the Perak Fisheries (River) Regulations 1992 and the Fisheries (Inland Fisheries Aquaculture) Regulations are currently in the final drafting stage for proposed amendments. 'It is now in the final review process and will be submitted for approval by the state executive council," he said. He added that among the proposed amendments are the establishment of sanctuaries for kelah and arowana fish species and the licensing of fishing vessels and fishermen. 'This matter will be tabled depending on the review by the State Legal Adviser's Office,' he added.
