Rajang Mangroves National Park (original) (raw)

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National park in Malaysia

Rajang Mangroves National Park
IUCN category II (national park)
Map showing the location of Rajang Mangroves National ParkMap showing the location of Rajang Mangroves National ParkRajang Mangroves
Location Sarawak, Malaysia
Nearest city Sarikei
Coordinates 2°05′N 111°16′E / 2.083°N 111.267°E / 2.083; 111.267
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]

  1. ^ "Official Website of Forest Department Sarawak". Forest Department Sarawak. Retrieved 2019-05-17.
  2. ^ "Treasure our Rajang mangroves". WWF Malaysia. Retrieved 2019-05-17.
  3. ^ "Rajang Mangroves | DOPA Explorer". dopa-explorer.jrc.ec.europa.eu. Retrieved 2021-04-29.