15-17 Jul (Fri-Sun): More biodiversity talks this weekend!

From our wild dolphins to wildlife in our nature reserves, seagrass meadows to heritage trees, birds to orchids. Also a chance to catch the repeat of talks on Singapore's marine biodiversity, Leaf monkeys and more.

The bulk of these exciting talks are part of NPark's “Forests, People, Environment” Exhibition which runs until 24 Jul at the Singapore Botanic Gardens. But some of these talks are held separately. Don't miss them!

15 Jul (Fri): Talk on "Singapore's Wild Marine Mammals"
Join Cyrena Lim to learn how you can help the National University of Singapore (NUS) researchers discover more about Singapore's wild marine mammals. Pilot studies by the Tropical Marine Science Institute (TMSI) in NUS have confirmed that several species of coastal dolphins can be found in Singapore waters, even the rare Finless Porpoise and Dugong. TMSI has launched the Singapore Wild Marine Mammal Survey (SWiMMS), a research project where it wants to establish a volunteer network and sighting reporting system, as well as carry out field studies. Reliable observations from South-east Asia are also welcome, and will help TMSI study whether Singapore contributes to seasonal trans-national migration routes.

This talk is free and is open to the public.

Time: 8pm
Venue: The Sunflower (NSS office). 510 Geylang Road #02-05,Singapore 389466
Website: http://www.nss.org.sg/
Contact: email contact@nss.org.sg or call 6741 2036.

16 Jul (Sat): Talks at the Botanic Gardens
These exciting talks are part of NPark's “Forests, People, Environment” Exhibition which runs until 24 Jul at the Singapore Botanic Gardens.

Trees of Singapore
by Tee Swee Ping
11am-12noon
Library of Botany and Horticulture
(Level 1, Botany Centre, Singapore Botanic Gardens)

Seagrass Meadows of Singapore
by Lim Wei Ling
11am-12noon
Function Room
(Level 2, Botany Centre, Singapore Botanic Gardens)

Wildlife in the Nature Reserves by Dr. Leong Tzi Ming
2 - 3pm
Library of Botany and Horticulture
(Level 1, Botany Centre, Singapore Botanic Gardens)

Singapore's Leaf Monkeys
by Mirza Rifqi
2 - 3pm
Function Room
(Level 2, Botany Centre, Singapore Botanic Gardens)

More details on the NParks website. Preview of the exhibition on wild shores of singapore.

Website: http://www.sbg.org.sg/
Contact: Visitor Services, 64717361 or NPARKS_SBG_Visitor_Services@NPARKS.GOV.SG

16 Jul (Sat): Talk on "Singaporeans You’ve Never Met"
The National Geographic Store is collaborating with NParks to offer educational talks on local conservation, biodiversity and wildlife. There will also be an exhibition on the biodiversity in Singapore.

Singapore got forest meh? Where can you find animals in Singapore? In the zoo!
Sad but true, these are some of the comments made by people I meet at talks and workshops in various parts of Singapore – a reflection of the lack of knowledge about Singapore’s biodiversity? Did you know that there are about 3,000 hectares of forests in Singapore and they are important habitats to some families of unique Singaporeans? How many Singaporeans are aware of this fact and why? In this talk, I will try and answer some of these uncertainties concerning Singapore’s biodiversity. You will be introduced to a myriad of unique Singaporeans that you have not met, realised the difficulties they face, understand the solutions and actions that need to be taken.

Mr Roy Tan (Senior Outreach Officer) gives this talk

Time: 2.30-3pm
Venue: National Geographic Store #01-19 VivoCity, 1 HarbourFront Walk, Singapore
Website and contact: http://www.nparks.gov.sg/

16 Jul (Sat): Talk on "Heritage Trees of Singapore"
The maturing of our Garden City in tandem with the community’s awareness on the importance of conserving our mature trees and protecting our green environment has led to the preservation of many majestic trees. Such trees which have special botanical, historical or cultural significance have been officially endorsed as Heritage Trees. These trees are our steadfast, constant companions in a city that is renowned for its high pace of development and they help us identify with and stay rooted to the place we live in.

Come learn more about our Heritage Trees and where you can find them at a talk given by Mr Joey Gan, who manages the Heritage Tree Scheme at the National Parks Board (NParks).

Time: 3-4pm
Venue: Ang Mo Kio Public Library
Website and contact: http://www.nparks.gov.sg/

17 Jul (Sun): Talks at the Botanic Gardens

These exciting talks are part of NPark's “Forests, People, Environment” Exhibition which runs until 24 Jul at the Singapore Botanic Gardens.

Taking Stock of Singapore’s Marine Biodiversity
by Linda Goh and Jonathan Ngiam
11am-12noon
Library of Botany and Horticulture
(Level 1, Botany Centre, Singapore Botanic Gardens)

Bird Photography in Singapore
by David Tan
11am-12noon
Function Room
(Level 2, Botany Centre, Singapore Botanic Gardens)

Migratory Birds of Singapore by James Gan
2 - 3pm
Library of Botany and Horticulture
(Level 1, Botany Centre, Singapore Botanic Gardens)

Conservation and Reintroduction of Singapore's Native Orchids
by Yam Tim Wing
2 - 3pm
Function Room
(Level 2, Botany Centre, Singapore Botanic Gardens)

More details on the NParks website. Preview of the exhibition on wild shores of singapore.

Website: http://www.sbg.org.sg/
Contact: Visitor Services, 64717361 or NPARKS_SBG_Visitor_Services@NPARKS.GOV.SG