Water pollutions

Domestic, farming and industrial wastes disposed nearby cause water pollutions. The toxic wastes kill water organisms and affect the life styles of species in Ting Kok. High ammonia content in the stream causes red tide.
Legislation, sewage treatment and education.

Noise pollutions

Noise from people who go Ting Kok for investigation would disturb the animal species and make them go away. The numbers counted will be inaccurate.
Limit the number of people entering the conservation area and keep quiet during investigation.