🐻Khabir’s Experience🐻
Text by Muhammad Khabir (UPM Intern)
Hello! My name is Khabir from Johor studying Doctor of
Veterinary Medicine at Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM). I volunteered for 2
weeks at BSBCC to finish my course requirement. Throughout my volunteering, I
gained a lot of fulfilling knowledge and experience about bornean sun bear,
husbandry care, health management and veterinary skills from the skilful,
passionate and experienced workers here.
Despite studying animal related course and a Malaysian, I do
not really know much about Bornean sun bear species. My two weeks volunteering
was eye opening experience as I learn a lot of new things about this endangered
species as well as internally growing my interest in wildlife. Every day, we
are given with different tasks such as cleaning bear cages, preparing food,
checking fence, preparing enrichment, observing bear behaviour and
administering medicine. The bear house staffs are very friendly and willingly
share their knowledge about the tasks and the bears. I also enjoy chitchatting,
making jokes and sharing experiences with them.
Each day as a volunteer at BSBCC was exhausting but the
experience, skill and knowledge gained are valuable. The management provided
great accommodation, transportation, and well-planned daily activities. The
buddy system helped us feel comfortable, and my buddy, Effendy, was funny,
chill, helpful, and full of stories.
I've had the chance to assist in dental surgeries for
Orangutans and bears, help with enrichment activities for international
students, and go jungle trekking. Thanks to BSBCC for this unique opportunity.
Besides, Sabah is beautiful with rich culture don’t miss exploring Sandakan and
other districts!
Lastly, I would like to thank BSBCC and all of the staffs
for the good hospitality. I respect their commitment to safe this endangered
species as it is not an easy tasks and requires a lot of commitment, hard work
and patience. I highly recommend anyone either Malaysian or non Malaysian who
are interested, to volunteer at BSBCC.
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