[Watch] Outrage Erupts As Thousands Of Catfish Released Into River, Threatening Delicate Ecosystem

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A viral social media posting claimed that 10,000 catfish were released into Sungai Bernam.

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The posting, which has since gone viral, has ignited a firestorm of outrage among environmentalists and nature enthusiasts who fear the devastating impact this could have on the river’s delicate ecosystem.Unwanted Guests: The High Cost of Invasive Catfish in Sungai Bernam’s Fragile Waters Catfish, which are not native to the Sungai Bernam, are known to be highly invasive and can quickly dominate an ecosystem, outcompeting native species for food and resources.

Netizens argue it could potentially wipe out populations of native fish species such as the kelah, lampan, and tengas. — Babah Of Five #FSGOUT May 12, 2024 The incident has prompted calls for the Department of Fisheries to swiftly investigate and prosecute those responsible. Meanwhile, Eco-Steps Malaysia president Kingston Khoo said it highlights how much Malaysia need to up its game in making everyone aware of the damage that invasive species can do to our beloved rivers and marine ecosystems.

 

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