Mycology Adventure at Pelindung Hill and Sungai Pandan Waterfall
Kuantan is the state capital of Pahang and the largest city on Malaysia's East Coast. It is a favorite destination for eco-tourism, boasting various biodiversity-rich spots such as Pelindung Hill and the breathtaking Sungai Pandan Waterfall. On October 18 and 19, 2025, the Malaysian Nature Society Selangor Branch Mycology Special Interest Group (MNSSB Mycology Group) teamed up with Angsana Academy to host a fungi-guided walk at Pelindung Hill. The Mycology Group also conducted a mycological survey at Sungai Pandan Waterfall, as there is no public record indicating that a formal mycology survey has previously taken place there. This area is better known as a popular recreational spot near Kuantan. The main goal of the event was to help the public understand, appreciate, and conserve fungi, with a special focus on the fascinating fungi found at Pelindung Hill and Sungai Pandan Waterfall. The initiative also aimed to provide comprehensive education, foster innovative research, and enc...