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... Hong Kong, including Ma Wan, Lo Tik Wan, Sok Kwu Wan and Cheung Sha Wan fish culture zones. The red tide still persists, and no associated fish deaths have been reported as of today. A spokesman for the working group said, "The red tide was formed by Phaeocystis globosa, which is commonly found in Hong...

... local level. The Government formulated a city-level BSAP for Hong Kong in 2016 to step up biodiversity conservation and support sustainable development. By formulating and implementing the BSAP, Hong Kong has all along been contributing to national and global efforts on biodiversity conservation. More...

... Turtles. The competition leads to the decline of the Reeves' Turtles in Hong Kong. Reeves' Turtle Red-eared Slider Illegal trapping Chinese Three-lined Box Turtle Due to the alleged medicinal effects, feng shui uses and rarity, Chinese Three-lined Box Turtle (Cuora trifasciata) is threatened by harvesting...

.... Generally, closing windows is an effective way to stop noise transmission. It may also be helpful if grass or bushes near your house are being cut short to reduce roosting site for cicadas. You should seek approval from land owner before the grass cutting work. Cicada is not attracted by light at night and...

... implemented by AFCD. Online Virtual Exhibition Period October 2020 - September 2021 Link http://hkmarinebiodiversity.com   Past Events Hong Kong Marine Biodiversity Roving Exhibition 2019Hong Kong Marine Biodiversity Roving Exhibition 2018Hong Kong Marine Biodiversity Roving Exhibition 2017...

... by the exporting country." Any person contravening the provisions is liable, upon conviction, to a maximum fine of $100,000, one year's imprisonment and mandatory forfeiture of the specimens, the spokesman said. To remind travellers about the controls on importing orchids, the department has put up...

...New ordinance in force to protect endangered speciesFriday, December 1, 2006 The Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance, Cap. 586, comes into force today (December 1), regulating the import, export, re-export or possession of endangered species by a licensing system. A...

... of dragonfly. From today until the end of September, the park will present a wide array of specially-designed activities for all ages. One of the highlights is the public lecture delivered by a dragonfly expert who will share his experience of exploring this "winged jewel" of Hong Kong. Visitors are...

... I go to the Hong Kong Herbarium and get that information? A2: Yes, you can come to the Hong Kong Herbarium. We required that you contact us in advance by mail or e-mail, stating the purpose and scientific name or class of the plant being studied. Please also advise us the number of people, name of...

... Ng C.K.Y., Ang P.O., Russell D.J., Balazs G.H. & Murphy M.B. 2016. Marine Macrophytes and Plastics Consumed by Green Turtles ( Chelonia mydas) in Hong Kong, South China Sea Region. Chelonian Conservation and Biology, 15(2):289-292 (2016) https://doi.org/10.2744/CCB-1210.1 Ng C.K.Y., Dutton P.H...