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Welcome To
TABIN WILDLIFE
RESERVE
PAGE - SABAH
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Introduction and History
The Tabin Wild Life Reserve was established in 1984 with the
aim to protect endangered wildlife. The 120,000
ha reserve is an important breeding ground for
the wild life which is threatened by logging
activities and also serves as a habitat for
animals from nearby plantations. Tabin is a
haven for both wildlife and humans alike as the
reserve is serene and spectacular from the
mighty dipterocarp trees to the mysterious
swamps.
Tabin was originally registered as ‘Silabukan and Lumerau’
Forest Reserve in the 1950's. A big part of the
Tabin Reserve consists of secondary forests,
especially in the selected logging areas in the
lower parts. However, there are untouched
jungles in certain parts of the Reserve. Oil
palm plantations border the Reserve except for
the north-east region, which leads to the mighty
Segama River.
In Malaysia, under the Wildlife Conservation Enactment of
1997, protected areas are categorized into 3
types. The first type is the Conservation Areas
which aim for adaptable, flexible and quick
protection of wild life and their habitats. The
second, Wildlife Sanctuaries, is the most
effective and reliable in protecting plants,
animals and their habitats along with genetic
resources. Lastly, the Wildlife Hunting Areas
are areas where animal population is controlled
through regulated hunting.
According to the Forest Enactment of 1968, there are seven
classes of forest reserves with each class
having different purposes. Tabin Wild Life
Reserve is a class VII reserve gazette for
wildlife protection.
Flora and Fauna
Tabin is a haven for both wildlife and nature-enthusiasts.
Once in the midst of the jungles of Tabin, you
can soak in the sights and sounds of nature at
its best. Wake up to the shrill calls of the
‘wak’wak’ or gibbons. There are also the mighty
and majestic Orangutans, the Men of the Jungle,
with their lustrous red fur. Catch a glimpse of
the flying squirrels gliding from tree to tree
while listening to the piercing sound of cicadas
mating. For bird-watchers, Tabin is a fantastic
place for bird-spotting as there are so many
different species of birds including all the 7
of Sabah’s Hornbills species and the Crested
Serpent Eagle.
A hike into the forest is a must if you want to enjoy the
unique tropical wildlife. The bearded pig often
leaves tell-tales holes in the jungle floor.
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