Agrobank launches invasive fish removal program at Ampang Hilir reservoir

Agrobank has initiated a comprehensive environmental remediation program targeting invasive fish species at Tasik Ampang Hilir, part of broader efforts to rehabilitate the reservoir's freshwater ecosystem. The initiative combines active removal of non-native fish with restocking efforts using locally-bred species. The bank released 1,400 fingerlings of indigenous fish varieties into the reservoir as part of the ecosystem restoration drive. The program reflects growing concern among environmental stakeholders over the proliferation of invasive aquatic species that threaten Malaysia's natural freshwater habitats. Such invasive species often outcompete native fish for resources and can alter the ecological balance of water bodies. Agrobank's intervention at Ampang Hilir represents a collaborative approach to environmental conservation, addressing both the removal of problematic species and the replenishment of native populations. The initiative is expected to contribute to the long-term sustainability of the reservoir's aquatic environment and serve as a model for similar restoration efforts in other freshwater systems across the region.