Pulau Layang-Layang, located in the vast expanse of the South China Sea, stands as one of Malaysia's most important marine sanctuaries and a significant ecological asset in Southeast Asia. Measuring approximately 1.5 kilometres in length, the island lies about 300 kilometres northwest of Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia. Renowned for its remarkable marine biodiversity, Pulau Layang-Layang has become a key destination attracting tourists, divers, and researchers from around the world who are drawn to its pristine waters and rich underwater ecosystems.