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New Straits Times
3 days ago
- New Straits Times
Illegal exotic fish trade busted in Klang, threatening ecosystem
SHAH ALAM: A shop owner in Klang has been caught keeping and selling various prohibited fish species, including piranhas and alligator gar, from South America. 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.
The Star
4 days ago
- The Star
Three piranhas among 102 fish from banned species seized from Klang aquarium
THREE piranhas were among 102 prohibited ornamental fishes seized by the Selangor Fisheries Department (DOF) from an aquarium in Klang on Wednesday (Aug 6). The estimated value of the seized fish is RM18,000, state DOF director Noraisyah Abu Bakar said, adding that the raid followed a public tip-off. "Inspections revealed the premises owner was selling, keeping, storing and displaying species of live fish that were in violation of the Fisheries Regulations (Prohibition Species etc., for Fish) (Amendment 2024). 'There are still stubborn operators selling and displaying prohibited ornamental fish species, despite various announcements and warnings being issued,' she said in a statement. Besides the piranha, the seized fish species included Flowerhorn, Amazon redtail catfish, Alligator Gar, Silver Dollar, Tiger Shovelnose Catfish and Leopard Catfish. 'Possession of prohibited fish species without valid approval is subject to legal action. 'Violations and non-compliance with existing regulations will be dealt with firmly,' Noraisyah added. She stressed that non-compliance with these regulations was a serious matter as the listed species are known to disrupt the aquatic ecosystem and dominate river waters in the state.
New Straits Times
19-07-2025
- General
- New Straits Times
Injured sea turtle rescued after being thrown from boat
SUNGAI BESAR: An injured sea turtle was rescued after it was thrown overboard by fishermen when it became entangled in a net near the Bagan Sungai Besar jetty in Selangor. Witnesses said the turtle was tossed from a boat and later found by members of the public near a sluice gate in Sungai Besar. Selangor Fisheries Department director Noraisyah Abu Bakar said her team rushed to the scene and provided initial care to the 22kg marine animal. The olive ridley turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea), estimated to be 10 years old, had minor injuries on both flippers. "Witnesses reported that the turtle had been out of the water for some time, based on its weakened condition," she said when contacted. Noraisyah added that the species is a rare sight in Selangor, as the state's coast is not a natural nesting ground. However, its waters serve as a transit route for sea turtles. The turtle has since been sent to the Segari Turtle Conservation and Information Centre in Perak for further treatment and monitoring before being released back into the wild. Noraisyah thanked the public for their concern and urged continued cooperation in protecting endangered marine species. "Anyone who comes across threatened species — including turtles, dugongs, or dolphins such as the Indo-Pacific humpback, Irrawaddy dolphin, or finless porpoise — should report it to the nearest Fisheries Department office," she said.
New Straits Times
02-06-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
1.5 tonnes of African catfish caught in Maeps lake fishing competition
SERDANG: A total of 1.5 tonnes of African catfish were successfully caught during a fishing competition at Maeps Lake last Saturday. Selangor Fisheries Department director Noraisyah Abu Bakar said the event organisers had prepared containers for participants to store the invasive species, particularly African catfish, for weighing and counting purposes. "A total of 928 catfish were caught, with a combined weight of 1,100kg as of 1.30pm, when the competition ended. "With approval from the Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (Mardi), the organisers continued the fishing activity under the committee's supervision, before being informed that an additional 400kg of African catfish had been landed," she said. She said the department was informed that unofficial fishing activity would be allowed at the lake until today and is open to visitors of the ShowTech 2025 programme. Mardi is also expected to implement further mitigation measures, as discussed with the department. Earlier, it was reported that some 2,000kg of African catfish, estimated at 1,300 fish averaging 1.5kg each, were believed to have been released into Maeps Lake last Thursday. Following public complaints, the Fisheries Department conducted a site visit last Friday and held an engagement session on the matter. The catfish were released by the organisers in conjunction with the ShowTech 2025 programme organised by Mardi, without prior notification or advisory consultation with the State Fisheries Office.
