Programme

Kuantan, 25 April 2026 – The urban landscape of Kuantan became a living classroom for 37 participants of the Pahang Biodiversity Adventure 2026, offering a closer look at the variety of species that coexist within the city's everyday environment.

Students from Kolej Tingkatan 6 (Prauniversiti) Astana, SMK Sultan Abu Bakar, and SMK Abdul Rahman Talib joined teachers and library staff for the programme, which began at Perbadanan Perpustakaan Awam Pahang before moving outdoors for field observation activities.

At Taman Kenmunting and Padang MBK, participants explored the surrounding areas to identify and document various species found within the urban environment. The activity highlighted how biodiversity exists not only in forests and protected areas but also within public spaces that form part of everyday city life.

Participants were also guided through the process of systematically recording and uploading their observations using the iNaturalist platform. The practical experience allowed them to contribute biodiversity data while developing a greater understanding of citizen science and the importance of documenting local species.

The enthusiastic participation throughout the programme reflected a growing interest in biodiversity conservation and demonstrated how urban spaces can offer meaningful opportunities for environmental learning and exploration.

Bera, 24 April 2026 – More than 1,000 biodiversity observations were recorded during the Bera series of the Pahang Biodiversity Adventure 2026, marking another encouraging achievement for the programme's citizen science efforts across the state.

The programme brought together 56 participants from Maktab Rendah Sains MARA ATM Bera, SMA Ittifaqiyah, teachers, members of the public, and library staff. The diverse participation reflected the programme's ability to engage different groups in exploring and documenting biodiversity within their surroundings.

Activities began with a briefing at Perpustakaan Awam Daerah Bera before participants headed outdoors to explore the surrounding area. Despite taking place within the vicinity of the library, the observation activity revealed a variety of species that could be found close to the local community.

Participants actively explored the area, identified species, and documented their findings throughout the programme. A practical demonstration also provided guidance on systematically uploading and sharing biodiversity observations using the iNaturalist platform.

The collective effort resulted in more than 1,000 observations, highlighting the participants' enthusiasm and consistent involvement in citizen science. Through hands-on activities such as these, the programme continues to demonstrate that meaningful biodiversity discoveries can take place even within familiar community spaces.

Following the programme in Bera, the Pahang Biodiversity Adventure 2026 will continue its journey to Kuantan.

Temerloh, 24 April 2026 – Biodiversity is not only found deep within forests or protected areas. This was one of the key experiences for 40 participants who explored the natural surroundings of Taman Tasik Bandar Temerloh as part of the Pahang Biodiversity Adventure 2026.

Bringing together community college students, teachers, and library staff, the programme began at Perpustakaan Awam Daerah Temerloh before moving outdoors for a hands-on biodiversity observation activity.

At Taman Tasik Bandar Temerloh, participants explored an environment familiar to the local community from a different perspective. They observed, identified, and documented various species found around the area, demonstrating how biodiversity can be discovered even in places encountered in everyday life.

A practical demonstration complemented the field activity by introducing participants to systematic methods of recording and sharing their observations. Through this approach, participants gained first-hand experience in citizen science while contributing to the documentation of local biodiversity.

The active participation throughout the programme reflected a strong interest in exploring and understanding the natural environment. Following the Temerloh programme, the Pahang Biodiversity Adventure 2026 will continue its journey to Kuantan.