The Borneo lowland rain forests is an ecoregion, within the tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests biome, of the large island of Borneo in Southeast Asia. [1] It supports approximately 15,000 plant species, 380 bird species and several mammal species.

The montane forests of Borneo are like high altitude islands in a sea of lowland dipterocarp forests. Due to their isolation, these places harbour a unique and rich selection of species from Asian and Australasian families, making Borneo's montane habitats some of …

Oct 19, 2021 · How to Prepare for a Visit to the Jungle of the Borneo Rainforest The Bornean Rainforest is a wild destination. Even if you’re travelling on a tour with experienced local guides to the island’s more accessible areas of jungle, you’ll need to be prepared for this unforgiving, natural environment.

Jan 23, 2024 · Gunung Palung National Park's abundance of unique creatures—from orangutans to flying foxes to clouded leopards—offers a glimpse into Borneo's past.

The biodiversity of Borneo’s rainforests is among the richest in the world, rivalling forests of New Guinea and the Amazon. Over 15,000 plant species are known from Borneo— more than that from the whole continent of Africa.

Sep 1, 2024 · Several groups such as the government, natives, companies and several others are a threat to this rainforest due to its vast, plentiful and valuable resources and its massive amount of land. Massive chunks of land are under threat to mass deforestation, palm oil production, mining and others.

Sep 28, 2016 · Borneo is one of the oldest & most biodiverse jungle in the world at around 140 million years old. Find out some tour destinations worth visiting here.

Apr 26, 2017 · The all-enveloping equatorial rainforests of Borneo's fine national parks are great for day hikes, but nothing beats an overnight trek to really experience these incredible jungles. A world full of orangutans, carnivorous pitcher plants, gargantuan Rafflesia flowers deserves in-depth exploration.

An adventurous traveller setting off on a journey to Borneo’s deep interior from the coast will first cut across swamp areas and mangroves, then follow rivers that wind their way through lowland dipterocarp forests, before reaching the montane forests higher up – the Heart of Borneo.

Mar 20, 2024 · The jungles of Borneo, a biodiverse haven sprawling across Indonesia, Malaysia, and Brunei, beckon adventurers, and nature enthusiasts to explore their ancient and mysterious depths. This vast island, the third-largest in the world, is home to some of the oldest rainforests, dating back over 130 million years, offering a sanctuary to many species.