Malaysian TRF Flashcards
1
Q
where
A
Borneo and Peninsular Malaysia, Asia
2
Q
causes of deforestation
A
- largest exporter of palm oil
- mining for ores
- population has tripled in 50 years
- clear felling for timbre like mahogany
3
Q
effects of deforestation
A
- soil erosion from heavy rainfall
- lost 9% of forests between 1990-2010
- loss of biodiversity
- contribution to climate change
- economic development - GDP has grown from $350 to $11,500 in 50 years
4
Q
how are rainforests sustainably managed in Malaysia
A
ecotourism - Mulu National Park
5
Q
positives of Mulu National Park
A
- retains and protects their forest trees
- new source of income for local tribes
- locals can work as tour guides
- introduces tourists to the natural world
- income from ecotourism helps to buy generators for electricity
6
Q
negatives of ecotourism
A
- tourist littering
- disrespectful to tribal culture
- transport could disrupt animals/ ecosystems - roads damage soil
