Urbanisation, climate change, illegale wildlife trade
and invasione of alien species are increasingly threatening
the life span of wildlife species.
Wildlife conservati in is not only about
the survival of plants and animal species,
but also educating people on living harmoniously
with wild species and their habitats.
Wildlife conservcation
can be further broken down
into in-situ and ex-situ conservation.
The once endangered Singapore-native Oriental Hornbill saw hope
with the Singapore Hornbill Project.
The installation of artificial nest boxes
provide a safe environment for breeding.
The Hornbill has since returned to significant numbers.
In Singapore, places such as our zoo,
the botanical gardens and seed banks
protect local wildlife
outside their natural habitats.
Did you know that Singapore has 5 guiding principles
to support wildlife conservation?
For wildlife to thrive in Singapore,
safeguarding our biodiversity is fundamental
Singapore's nature corridors
connect our green spaces
for wildlife to thrive in forested patches,
parks, trees and shrub-lined routes.
These corridors act as a safe highway
for wildlife to intermingle
and live in their natural habitats.
Singapore also recognizes the importance of policy
in wildlife conservation.