Ethnozoological survey in selected areas in Sarawak

• Main Authors: Mohd. Azlan, Jayasilan, Muhammad Faisal, Bin Fauzi
• Format: E-Article
• Language: English
• Published: Sarawak Museum Department 2006
• Subjects: Q Science (General); QL Zoology
• Online Access: http://ir.unimas.my/id/eprint/27214/1/Ethnozoological%20survey%20in%20selected%20areas%20in%20Sarawak%202006%20-%20Copy.PDF; http://ir.unimas.my/id/eprint/27214/; https://museum.sarawak.gov.my/page-0-146-118-Available-Issues-of-the-Sarawak-Museum-Journal.html

Research on wildlife utilization in Sarawak have revealed that wildlife is a significant source of protein, cash economy and cultural heritage of the local communities. A survey was carried out from August 2005 to March 2006 in order to acquire information on wildlife utilization in the selected areas. 47 species of mammals, 6 species of reptiles and 2 species of amphibians were recorded in the diet of rural people. A total of 45 species of mammals,6 species of reptiles and 1 species of amphibian were used for medicinal purpose. Specific information on medicinal values and cultural believes from this study provides detail information on preparation and socio-cultural values, within the selected local community. Data and subsequence information from this study may further contribute to our understanding of the importance of wildlife.