Study of the Distribution, Ecology and Behaviour of Tarantulas in Peninsular Malaysia
This project focuses on updating the species checklist and distribution patterns of tarantulas in Peninsular Malaysia, while investigating their habitat and soil preferences, particularly in Pulau Pinang. It also explores burrow structures and ecological niches, alongside reviewing threats linked to the exotic pet trade. Insights from this research support conservation and deepen understanding of tarantula ecology and distribution across various habitats.
Muhammad Irham Bin Abdul Razak is an arachnologist with a Master’s degree in Zoology from University Malaysia Terengganu. He also works as a field researcher with Wildlife Conservation Society Malaysia, monitoring Malayan tiger populations in Endau Rompin National Park. With a long-standing passion for tarantulas, Irham focuses on studying their distribution, habitat preference, and behaviour in Peninsular Malaysia to enhance understanding of these understudied species and support their conservation.
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