When Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia co-founder Chen Pelf Nyok first heard of the declining river terrapin populations from human activity in local rivers in 2004, she knew that something had to be done to save them from extinction.

Her undying love for the reptiles led her to uncover the brutal reality faced by southern river terrapins in the Kemaman river whose eggs were relentlessly poached by local villagers to be sold and eaten as food.

The Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia is one of the winners of the Star Golden Hearts Award 2024, an annual award by The Star that recognises selfless Malaysian unsung heroes who make a positive impact on society and promote unity among the people.

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