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Sabah is rich with lush, tropical vegetation. Rafflesia, the largest flower in the world with a radius of 3 metres long, is found here. Numerous orchid species, pitcher plants and rhododendrons are also found in Sabah.

The Land below the Wind is a vast area of mountainous terrain broken by rivers flowing between rich, alluvial valleys. Numerous caves are also found in Sabah. Mount Kinabalu one of the highest mountain in Southeast Asia, is 4,101 metres above sea level.

The rich rainforest is home to many species of wildlife such as the Sumatran rhinoceros, orang utan, elephant, mouse deer, monkey, flying squirrel, deer and birds.

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SABAH FORESTRY

Introduction

The forestry sector in Sabah have gone through several stages of development. It began with minimal cultivation and consumption to the stage where forest products are used as revenue generator. At this moment, the management of the forest resources are done with extra care, putting the emphasis on future interest. Sabah Forestry Department is the body responsible to manage the forest resources in Sabah.

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