Help Save Our Terrapins!

As a non-governmental organisation, we are constantly raising funds to support the increasing number of research, conservation and educational projects that the Society takes on. Help save our terrapins by making a donation. No amount is too small, and all contributions are tax-deductible.

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Join our Virtual Tour!

Want to visit us but can’t come over because state borders are still closed? Come join our virtual tour and we will show you our terrapin conservation project and turtle gallery! We’ll also talk about turtles, we promise!

Terrapin Independence Day

All the river terrapins that are hatched from our conservation project are released into the Kemaman River. The release is an annual public event celebrated on the first Saturday of October.

Shop With Us!

Our exclusive terrapin-themed batik is our signature merchandise, meticulously hand-printed by makciks in the small-and-medium industry. Our products (cosmetic bags, straw pouches, water bottle holders, etc.) are also handmade by local folks.

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Turtle Alley

Turtle Alley was created in 2011 to beautify a derelict but much used alleyway in Chinatown, Kuala Terengganu.

One wall of the alley is lined with turtle mosaics while on the other, are mounted metallic plates of the book “Little Turtle Messenger,” with the story told in three languages; English, Malay and Chinese.

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In light of the MCO 3.0 enforced in the country since 12th May 2021, we are actively taking precautions to ensure that our staff, project assistants and women in our community empowerment programme remain safe from the virus.

COVID-19 RESPONSE

Can’t come to us because state borders are still closed? Come join our virtual tour!

Want to buy some turtle-inspired batik masks and outer masks? Support us and the women entrepreneurs in Kg. Pasir Gajah by shopping with us! Free shipping for orders above RM15!

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The collection and consumption of river terrapin eggs, coupled with habitat destruction and the use of indiscriminate fishing gears, have caused the drastic decline of the river terrapin populations in Malaysia. Realising the need to take immediate action to prevent their extinction, we began to study their nesting biology, ecology and movements patterns. In 2011, we initiated a community-based terrapin conservation project with a local community in Kemaman, Terengganu.

KEMAMAN RIVER TERRAPIN CONSERVATION PROJECT

Number of adult females microchipped (2012 - 2023)

Number of terrapin eggs saved from human consumption (2011 - 2023)

Number of terrapin hatchlings produced (2011 - 2022)

Number of terrapins released into the Kemaman River (2011 - 2022)

Our outreach programmes are designed to communicate the “science” of our research and conservation project to the public. Our educational trips will not only appeal to college/ university students and their lecturers, but also to parents who are keen to provide their children an opportunity to explore nature. By participating in our hands-on activities, you could make an impact to the local communities through your CSR programmes.

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MAKE A DONATION

Support Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia (TCS) in restoring depleted wild populations of freshwater turtles in the country. As a non-governmental organisation, we are constantly raising funds to support the increasing number of research, conservation and educational projects that the Society takes on. Your tax-deductible donations enable us to help save the critically endangered turtles in Malaysia.

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INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

If you are a graduate or undergraduate looking to gain hands-on experience doing conservation-related work in a non-profit in Malaysia, we offer internships that allow you to get a feel of what it is like working in conservation. As an intern, you will get exposure to real projects (managing wildlife and people) and gain real world experience. You will have the opportunity to learn new skills (writing, public speaking, fundraising, marketing, etc.), to see your projects go from start to finish, and yes, you are allowed to make mistakes!

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