Johor / Endau-Rompin Forest
Photo: Waterfalls at Endau-Rompin Forest
The Endau-Rompin
area, covering an estimated area of 870 sq. Km, straddling the
boundary between between Johor and Pahang, is one of the few remaining
lowland forest in Peninsular Malaysia. It encompasses the watershed
of the Endau and Rompin rivers from which it derives its name.
A scientific expedition carried out in 1985-1986 revealed that
this lush and relatively undisturbed area contains a wealth a
unique flora and fauna.
Many unique
and endemic varieties of plants have been discovered within the
centuries-old forest, such as the magnificent fan palm (Endau
ensis), climbing bamboo (Rhopa loblaste) and the slender-stemmed
walking stick palm (Phychorapis singaporeansis) with its delicate
feather-like leaf fronds. Pitcher plants, toadstolls and orchids
also grace the forest floor. Moths and butterflies of every shape
and hue can also be found flitting among the verdant foliage.
The forest
is also home to the Sumatran rhinoceros and its reputedly rich
and abundant wild-life include tigers, wildboars, elephants, tapir,
deer and mousedeers. The unpolluted rivers abound with an astounding
variety of fish easily observed through the clear waters. Hornbills
and argus pheasants have also been sighted within the dense greenery.
A visit to
his area promises a rare and fascinating insight of life in the
Malaysian lowland forest.
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