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WHAT'S
ON THIS WEEK?! Nature activities and events happening this week 9-15 May 05 Exhibition on impact of releasing animals in our nature reserves: At the Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, until 6 Jun. more about the reserve and about impact of animal release 9-12 May (Mon-Thu): High Humidity Art Show Art exhibition to raise awareness of the need to preserve mangroves post-tsunami by four nature lovers and wildlife artists. more about The Other House Time: 12noon-7pm. Venue: The Other House, 68 Rowell Road, Little India arts belt Contact: wekraft@yahoo.com.sg 11 May (Wed): Free Slidetalk “Introduced Species in our Environment” by Ashley Ng With Vesak Day round the corner, this presentation is timely in discussing the impact of exotic, foreign wildlife species released into our environment. For instance, not many people know that the common House Crow is not a native species but had been introduced into Singapore years ago. This very intelligent bird has adapted so well to local urban conditions that it is now generally considered a pest. The talk will also cover various other introduced species and provides practical insights on the issue. Time: 7pm Venue: Merpati Hall, the 3rd floor auditorium of Geylang East Community Library Contact: More details about the Nature Society (Singapore). To join the NSS, email contact@nss.org.sg or call 6741 2036. 14 May (Sat): Forest Butterflies and their Interaction with Plants open only to NSS members In April, the Nature Society (Singapore)'s Butterfly Interest Group and the Plant Group introduced a number of beautiful butterfly species that frequent gardens. This time we will take our newly-found butterfly watching skills to the forest. In addition to focusing on the butterflies of our forests, we’ll also be on the lookout for their food plants. To what extent is butterfly distribution limited by their host plants? Come find out with our butterfly and plant enthusiasts! We meet at 10.00am at the main entrance carpark of MacRitchie Reservoir Park. The Plant Group and the Butterfly Interest Group will appreciate any contributions made at the walk in support of Nature Society (Singapore)’s General Fund. Time: 10am, meet at the main entrance carpark of MacRitchie Reservoir Park. Contact: More details about the Nature Society (Singapore). To join the NSS, email contact@nss.org.sg or call 6741 2036. 14 May (Sat): Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve free guided walk You'll see the fabulous plants and animals of the mangroves and freshwater wetlands. Besides the abundant bird life, there is also other fascinating wildlife in the Reserve. more 9am: Free Marine Fish Guided Walk at Sungei Buloh introducing you to the fabulous fishes of the Reserve. Time: 9am, 10am, 3pm, 4pm, for walk in guests, register at the Visitor Centre. Those coming with large groups are advised to pre-register. Tour duration: one to one and a half hours. Easy trails, some suitable for young children. Entry charges: $1 per adult, 50cents per child/student/senior citizen. Contact: sbwr@pacific.net.sg or call 6794 1401 15 May (Sun): ReefExhibits visits the East The Blue Water Volunteers' Reef Exhibition will be part of Civil Defence Day at Bedok. Drop by to learn more about our reefs and participate in the fun and games organised for the Day. More about the ReefExhibits effort on the BWV website. BWV also welcomes volunteers to help at the Exhibition. If you love our reefs and want to make a difference for them, come and help out! Time: 9am-2pm Venue: Blk 163 Bedok South Ave 3 void deck Contact: Gillian at reefexhibit@bluewatervolunteers.org 15 May (Sun): Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve free guided walk You'll see the fabulous plants and animals of the mangroves and freshwater wetlands. Besides the abundant bird life, there is also other fascinating wildlife in the Reserve. more Time: 9am, 10am subject to availability of volunteer guides; for walk in guests, register at the Visitor Centre. Those coming with large groups are advised to pre-register. Tour duration: one to one and a half hours. Easy trails, some suitable for young children. Entry charges: $1 per adult, 50cents per child/student/senior citizen. Contact: sbwr@pacific.net.sg or call 6794 1401 Want MORE events? View all the upcoming events for the next 3 months and beyond... |
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