Land Snakes of Medical Significance in Malaysia published by Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM). It is intended as a guide for healthcare providers, and the general public permitting them to identify and manage potential snake-related injuries. The purpose of this book is also to increase awareness of the beauty and diversity of a critical component of Malaysia’s biodiversity.

Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ) has put all applications to set up 5G poles in the city on hold. Its mayor Mohamad Azhan Md Amir said the vendor in charge of the project would need to meet MBPJ to discuss in depth the proposed 5G pole locations.

PETALING JAYA: After being on the harsh receiving end for most parts of the last three years, pets can look forward to some tender loving care as far as the law is concerned.

Guinea Pigs or “Cavies” are docile, easily alarmed and inclined to be quite independent if not handled frequently. Today, the cavie is a popular low maintenance pet and unfortunately, a common laboratory animal. Being nocturnal (active at night and sleep during the day), they prefer subdued lighting and a room temperature ranging between 18-23 degrees Celsius therefore they are indoor pets.

Normal average pregnancy for dogs lasts between 64-66 days but, the apparent length of pregnancy assessed from the time of mating may vary between 56 and 72 days since both early and late matings may be fertile.

Non-pedigree or moggie cats are usually very fertile and give birth with very few problems but there are occasions where complications do occur. The queen (mother cat) has multiple oestrous cycle (able to have kittens) mainly from February to September. Female cats usually exhibit their first oestrus cycle between 6 to 12 months of age.

What are rabbits like?

Small, cute-and-cuddly, fragile and pretty quick to dash here and there but in no comparison to cats and dogs. Rabbits are strictly indoors in Malaysia. They are social animals that require companionship of humans or other animals. Many rabbits can get along with cats and dogs if properly introduced and supervised at the initial stage. Rabbits can also be trained to voice commands. Also require as much care as cats and dogs.