It is acknowledged that the rapid development within and around Kampung Kuantan, Kuala Selangor, including activities such as aquaculture schemes, reclamation for industries and housing estates have already contributed to the decline of the mangrove forests.
Until today, there has been no comprehensive study done on the fireflies. Conducting an immediate study on the dwindling fireflies population is part of the conditions attached to the EIA approval. The findings will enable to determine the conditions necessary for the survival of the fireflies and to recommend suitable mitigation measures to protect the fireflies' environment.
The State Government has commissioned MNS to conduct a detailed and comprehensive study into the fireflies in Kampung Kuantan. The study is to determine the reasons why the fireflies' population has been declining and if the river flow, upon, completion of SSP3, will affect the berembang trees and the fireflies.
