World · Singapore Bureau
Malaysian authorities seize over 370kg of pangolin scales in raid
Negeri Sembilan authorities have confiscated more than 370 kilograms of pangolin scales in a law enforcement operation, with the contraband valued at approximately RM401,700 (S$126,390).
LSN Singapore ·
The seizure marks a significant enforcement action against illegal wildlife trafficking in Malaysia's central region. Pangolin scales are highly sought after in international black markets, where they are used in traditional medicine and for ornamental purposes, despite pangolins being among the world's most trafficked mammals.
The raid in Negeri Sembilan resulted in the confiscation of scales that would have commanded substantial prices on illicit trade networks. Wildlife trafficking remains a persistent challenge across South and Southeast Asia, with enforcement agencies intensifying operations to disrupt supply chains fueling poaching and illegal commerce.
The seizure underscores Malaysia's commitment to combating wildlife crime through coordinated enforcement efforts. Pangolins are protected under international conservation agreements, including the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES), which restricts their trade and sale.