~The Royal London Circus ~..should animals be part of the show?

Many people didn't know that we do have circus in Malaysia, which is the Royal London Circus. They go from state to state, providing the locals with the fun of circus where you'd see thrilling acrobatic stunts, funny clowns and of course, "intelligent animals" ( duuhh!) performing their own skills.

I only went once before when I was in Sabah 3 years ago. Me and my fren have a good seats very near in front of the stage, and we of course were very entertained by the performance. When i was a kid, when internet was not at large, circus was of course the entertainment i sought for, something we usually see in tv and cartoons (i.e Dumbo).

Anyway, when The Royal London Circus erected their huge blue dome tent in Jln cocrahne aka Taman Maluri area, i knew i wouldn't miss it for the world. But of course, as adults, you are more entertained looking at the kids enjoying themselves with the performance than the actual performance itself.





The performance in the circus didn't change much from the last time i came. There were the acrobats jumping high up in the air and another one catching him by the hand, the magician making typical magic with pigeons, the smart dogs, monkeys, cats and elephants, the bikers in the ball-like structure making suicidal stunts, and the dancers in their dress bikinis.





But you know, while watching the performance, I couldn't help but feel sad to the animals in the team; i know.. in the world of high-technology entertainment and modern theme parks, a classic one like this circus seems to be trying hard to make their existence relevant but using the animals as a entertaiment is not right.



The debate from animal activist from all over the world keeps turning on: should wild animals be banned from circus perfomance.

If the perpose ordinance would pass, it would make the it illegal for circuses to showcase lions, elephants or other exotics animals. So far in the US ,only one city Albuquequer has an animal ban for circuses. And in action of the Star ( missing information , will update soon ), .... council member werent ready to go to an all out ban. But passed measures for tighter regulations and fines for animals mistretment.







So what do you think? should wild animals be freed from circus performance? Or do they have great life , great travel and great companionship? would you be more or less inclined to go to the circus if it didnt have wild animals? ....mmm.....

Kitten.com Gath at Sungai Tekala waterfall, Hulu Langat.

Joining the CFA-ASIA CAT AWARD CHAMPIONSHIP 4 RING, Berjaya Times Square, K Lumpur.

My cat Ah Ching , joining the catshow for the first time.

- At last... Ah ching get his own Rossette !!

- At the Ring's Arena , Berjaya Exhibition Hall.

- JUDGES -

Ring 1 - Ah ching get.. 7th Best Household Pet by
LESLEY MORGAN ( AUSTRALIA)


Ring 2 - 10th Best Household Pet by
PAM DELABAR (USA )


Ring 3- 10th Best Household Pet by
DARREL NEWKIRK ( USA )


Ring 4 - 10th Best Household Pet by
BOB ZENDA ( USA )

Volunteer For CFA - FSM Catshow

CFA - FSM Cat Show , 25th and 26th November 2006 , 4 Rings.
A'Famosa Resort, Melaka, Malaysia

Volunteer fot Mcc International Catshow.

MCC/FIFe International Cat Competition maju junction , Kuala Lumpur.
~ 27 Aug 2006 ~

Malaysian Turtle Conservation Programme

Aquaria Adopt a Turtle ~ Project to Protect the species ~

Project Adopt A Turtle is a collaborative conservation effort between Department of Fisheries Malaysia (DoFM), The Body Shop, Media Prima and Aquaria KLCC to rehabilitate the endangered turtles and terrapins.

This project aims to educate the public on turtle and terrapin biology (feeding, breeding and nesting), rescue and rehabilitation efforts through the Turtle Education Centre in Aquaria KLCC and carry out the work of conservation and preservation of the species through turtle and terrapin researchers and experts in DoFM .

Through the 1,500 micro-chipped turtles and terrapins released, turtle researchers and conservationists will be able to examine turtle and terrapin behaviors, investigate migratory patterns and monitor their survival rate better. The ability to track them through the microchips will con-tribute to the survival of the threatened species.

Donors will be presented with an adoption kit that carries the details of the microchip, a certificate of adoption and memo-rabilia of the project. Updates and progress reports of the microchipped turtles and terrapins will be monitored by the researchers and posted on Aquaria’s website for donors to keep track of their turtles or terrapins.

The public can adopt the turtles at Aquaria KLCC or through any of 48 Body Shop outlets nationwide while Media Prima will be broad-casting the project via TV3’s Malaysia Hari Ini (MHI) and Majalah 3 throughout the duration of the project.

What more can you do to help them?

- Avoid turtle or terrapin-based products i.e. souvenirs, bags, accessories.

- Do not eat turtle meat and eggs.

- Adhere to turtle watching guidelines during turtle beach nesting.

- Do not litter. Plastic bags and rubbish that are washed down to sea choke and kill turtles.

- Support turtle conservation agencies.

- Spread the message of saving the turtles and terrapins.

My trip to Aquaria KLCC

Aquaria KLCC is conceptualized & built based on the Journey of water from land to sea.Embark on a journey from misty mountains down majestic rivers, through lush rainforests and waterlogged mangroves. Dive deeper to navigate through colorful coral reefs and dive head on into the ominous deep blue sea. The journey starts at the waterfall in the mountains. From here the water flows to lower expanse.

Upon entering the aquarium, visitors will be greeted by a stylish and colourful gallery that enables them to travel back in time to discover the evolution of fish – the world’s first vertebrates. This stunning blue water exhibit aims to enthuse and excite visitors.

Flooded Forest Tube Tank


This unique 5.3 metre high Flooded Forest Tube tank enchants visitors with aquatic exhibits that languidly swim within the water column up to the treetops.



Underwater Tunnel

The climax of the journey is the tunnel of the KL Aquaria. On a moving walkway inside the 90m acrylic tunnel, a view only previously accessible to divers venturing into the depths of the brilliant ocean is presented.


The 55mm-thick tunnel is curved, made to withstand an enormous amount of pressure from the 2.7 million litres of water that fills The Living Oceans aquarium. The glass is custom-made in Germany.

You can see more than 3,000 sea creatures of various shapes and sizes living harmoniously in this simulated natural habitat and they can hide in the hidden shipwreck, colonized by inquisitive reef inhabitants. Don miss exhibits like the Sand Tiger Sharks, stingrays, eels and more.

(See the video )