Wildlifeof Malaysia
Wildlife in Royal Belum & Temengor
Perak
One of the largest remaining forest blocks in the peninsula, around Temengor Lake on the Thai border. All ten of the peninsula's hornbills occur here, and flocks of plain-pouched hornbills cross the lake in their thousands at some times of year. Elephants, tapirs and tigers still range through the forest. The Royal Belum State Park needs a permit, usually arranged through a lodge or operator.
Highlights
- All ten peninsular hornbill species
- Elephant and tapir tracks along the lake
- Rafflesia in flower at times
Top wildlife targets
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Quick answers
- What wildlife can you see in Royal Belum & Temengor?
- Top wildlife targets in Royal Belum & Temengor include Plain-pouched Hornbill, Helmeted Hornbill, Great Hornbill, Rhinoceros Hornbill, Asian Elephant, Malayan Tapir and Tiger. Highlights: All ten peninsular hornbill species.
- Where is Royal Belum & Temengor?
- Royal Belum & Temengor is in Perak, Malaysia (about 5.55°, 101.45°).
- What are the highlights of Royal Belum & Temengor?
- All ten peninsular hornbill species, Elephant and tapir tracks along the lake and Rafflesia in flower at times.