Here’s an interesting tree for International Plant Appreciation Day! The Angsana (Pterocarpus indicus) is one of the early trees planted along Singapore’s streetscapes. 🌳
Reaching heights of up to 40 m, the Angsana flourishes in Singapore’s climate and provides shade with its dense and drooping crown of compound leaves. It is also recognisable by its yellow flowers, and most of all, its flattened disc-shaped fruits with papery wings.
📸: Ng Lee Khiang
Reaching heights of up to 40 m, the Angsana flourishes in Singapore’s climate and provides shade with its dense and drooping crown of compound leaves. It is also recognisable by its yellow flowers, and most of all, its flattened disc-shaped fruits with papery wings.
📸: Ng Lee Khiang
It might look like a sea creature or a clump of translucent jelly, but don't let its peculiar appearance fool you! ❄️
While many wild mushrooms are off-limits, the Snow Fungus (Tremella fuciformis) is known to have many medicinal benefits. It is used in Chinese traditional medicine to boost energy and immunity, and help with dry skin and coughs.
It is also commonly cooked in sweet soups with fruits such as pear or papaya. 🍐
📸: Jerome Koh
While many wild mushrooms are off-limits, the Snow Fungus (Tremella fuciformis) is known to have many medicinal benefits. It is used in Chinese traditional medicine to boost energy and immunity, and help with dry skin and coughs.
It is also commonly cooked in sweet soups with fruits such as pear or papaya. 🍐
📸: Jerome Koh
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🐱 Community cats are a common sight in Singapore, but did you know there’s a dedicated team in the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) working behind the scenes to support their care?
Meet Dr Lin Anhui, a veterinarian at NParks’ AVS, who leads the team behind Singapore's Cat Management Framework. This includes the Trap-Neuter-Rehome/Release-Manage (TNRM) programme, a science-based approach that supports an estimated 13,000 free-roaming cats with sterilisation and helps them find loving homes. 💕
Watch the full video at go.gov.sg/nparksportraits-cmf
Meet Dr Lin Anhui, a veterinarian at NParks’ AVS, who leads the team behind Singapore's Cat Management Framework. This includes the Trap-Neuter-Rehome/Release-Manage (TNRM) programme, a science-based approach that supports an estimated 13,000 free-roaming cats with sterilisation and helps them find loving homes. 💕
Watch the full video at go.gov.sg/nparksportraits-cmf
Pressed in Pixels – Digitalising the Singapore Herbarium 🌿✨
Visiting Singapore Botanic Gardens? Do pop by this special viewing gallery at Botany Centre!
Watch the digitalisation process as the Singapore Herbarium works towards creating an online database of approximately 800,000 herbarium specimens by 2027. 🔍 📸
🗓️: Now until 28 August 2026
⏰: 9am – 5pm on weekdays
(closed on weekends and Public Holidays)
📍: Level 1, Botany Centre, Viewing Gallery at the Singapore Herbarium, Singapore Botanic Gardens
🔗: go.gov.sg/pressed-in-pixels-digitalising-the-sing-herbarium
Visiting Singapore Botanic Gardens? Do pop by this special viewing gallery at Botany Centre!
Watch the digitalisation process as the Singapore Herbarium works towards creating an online database of approximately 800,000 herbarium specimens by 2027. 🔍 📸
🗓️: Now until 28 August 2026
⏰: 9am – 5pm on weekdays
(closed on weekends and Public Holidays)
📍: Level 1, Botany Centre, Viewing Gallery at the Singapore Herbarium, Singapore Botanic Gardens
🔗: go.gov.sg/pressed-in-pixels-digitalising-the-sing-herbarium
This Coastal Horseshoe Crab (Tachypleus gigas) is a rare find along our shores! 🤩 Seen along sandy shores when they come up to the water’s edge to breed, these ancient-looking creatures have survived for millions of years without changing their appearance.
They have a long spike called a telson, which isn't a weapon but a delicate tool they use to flip themselves over if they end up on their backs. Avoid touching or lifting them, as this can cause serious injuries!
They have a long spike called a telson, which isn't a weapon but a delicate tool they use to flip themselves over if they end up on their backs. Avoid touching or lifting them, as this can cause serious injuries!
This Earth Day, let’s start with sustainable actions at home, even in how we play with our cats.
By reusing everyday items, you’re not only keeping your cat active and engaged, but also upcycling and making more mindful choices for the environment 🌏🐾
🔗 Keep your cat engaged with more cat enrichment tips at go.gov.sg/catcaretips
By reusing everyday items, you’re not only keeping your cat active and engaged, but also upcycling and making more mindful choices for the environment 🌏🐾
🔗 Keep your cat engaged with more cat enrichment tips at go.gov.sg/catcaretips
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If it isn’t green, a hike in Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve might just change your mind. 🐸💚🐛🐊🌳🌿
Check out NParksSG TikTok tiktok.com/@nparkssg for more shades of green! 🌱
Check out NParksSG TikTok tiktok.com/@nparkssg for more shades of green! 🌱
Ever wondered why your parrot seems to spot you before you even get close? 👀
Anonymous Poll
75%
Yes, like sharp spies! 🕵
25%
Nope, seems normal? 🤔
It’s because parrots have an almost 360-degree panoramic view, with their large eyes positioned at the sides of their head!
In many species, their eyes can take up nearly 50% of their head volume, allowing them to stay alert to potential threats while keeping an eye on their favourite treats.
For more fun pet facts, follow our AnimalBuzzSG Facebook and Instagram page at facebook.com/animalbuzzsg and instagram.com/animalbuzzsg
In many species, their eyes can take up nearly 50% of their head volume, allowing them to stay alert to potential threats while keeping an eye on their favourite treats.
For more fun pet facts, follow our AnimalBuzzSG Facebook and Instagram page at facebook.com/animalbuzzsg and instagram.com/animalbuzzsg
Festival of Biodiversity 2026
Have you heard? The Festival of Biodiversity is happening this year at the National Library on 6 and 7 June! 🥳🌿🦋🐿️
Look forward to an exciting line-up of workshops and biodiversity talks, and explore interactive booths with games and activities at Singapore’s biggest biodiversity festival.
Mark your calendars and come celebrate our flora and fauna with us!
🗓️: Sat & Sun, 6 & 7 June 2026
📍: The Plaza, National Library Building (Bugis)
⏰: 10am – 7.30pm
🔗: fob.nparks.gov.sg
Have you heard? The Festival of Biodiversity is happening this year at the National Library on 6 and 7 June! 🥳🌿🦋🐿️
Look forward to an exciting line-up of workshops and biodiversity talks, and explore interactive booths with games and activities at Singapore’s biggest biodiversity festival.
Mark your calendars and come celebrate our flora and fauna with us!
🗓️: Sat & Sun, 6 & 7 June 2026
📍: The Plaza, National Library Building (Bugis)
⏰: 10am – 7.30pm
🔗: fob.nparks.gov.sg
Roots of Knowledge 🌳
Featuring rare books and historical records that date as far back as 1531, explore 150 years of the Singapore Botanic Gardens Library at this exhibition! 📚
Trace the evolution of botanical art and documentation through curated displays, and discover how the Singapore Botanic Gardens became the first and only tropical botanic garden on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. 📝
📅: Now till 1 Jun 2026
⏰: 9am – 6pm (Last entry at 5:30pm. Closed on the last Thu of the month)
📍: Botanical Art Gallery, Singapore Botanic Gardens
Featuring rare books and historical records that date as far back as 1531, explore 150 years of the Singapore Botanic Gardens Library at this exhibition! 📚
Trace the evolution of botanical art and documentation through curated displays, and discover how the Singapore Botanic Gardens became the first and only tropical botanic garden on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. 📝
📅: Now till 1 Jun 2026
⏰: 9am – 6pm (Last entry at 5:30pm. Closed on the last Thu of the month)
📍: Botanical Art Gallery, Singapore Botanic Gardens
Have you seen these beauties in bloom? 🪷
The Water Lily (Nymphaea cultivars) comes in a wide variety of colours, from purple and blue to pink and white! Over 150 varieties including day-blooming and night-blooming water lilies can be spotted at the Water Lily Pavilion in Jurong Lake Gardens.
Despite their delicate appearance, they are actually tough and resilient, with thick, waxy, circular leaves that float on the water’s surface.
The Water Lily (Nymphaea cultivars) comes in a wide variety of colours, from purple and blue to pink and white! Over 150 varieties including day-blooming and night-blooming water lilies can be spotted at the Water Lily Pavilion in Jurong Lake Gardens.
Despite their delicate appearance, they are actually tough and resilient, with thick, waxy, circular leaves that float on the water’s surface.