SIBU, March 27 -- Illegal hunting in Sarawak has become an increasingly alarming issue, evolving from a means of subsistence to a form of entertainment known as 'game hunting'.

This trend has raised serious concerns among conservation experts, as it poses a significant threat to the region's already declining wildlife population.

According to Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) general manager Abang Arabi Abang Aimran, illegal hunting has shifted towards individuals who hunt purely for personal gratification.

"The majority of rural communities still hunt out of necessity, but there is a cultural shift among modern hunters who view hunting as a hobby or challenge.

"They no longer hunt for food but rather for enjoyment and prestige," he ...