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Angling

Aznir bin Abdul Malek

Initially practised as a means of gathering food, fishing or angling has evolved into a recreational activity and competitive sport. Malaysia’s tropical waters are home to about 380 freshwater and 700 saltwater fish species, making them a prime destination for anglers. Locally organized angling competitions draw participants from near and far.

  • Information in the full article includes
  • Early angling
  • Local angling organization and industry
  • Angling competitions
Giant fish caught off the shore of Perak in 1922

Giant fish caught off the shore of Perak in 1922. The British introduced modern angling to Malaya, resulting in the activity becoming a popular pastime among locals.