Singapore Snippets
Discovering Items of interest on the red dot Written by Marta Lubeck
Estuarine Crocodile near the trail
Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve I love spending time outdoors, and since moving to Singapore last summer, I have enjoyed going to many gardens, parks and nature reserves. One of my favorites so far is Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve. Located in northwest Singapore, Sungei Buloh has one of the island’s few remaining mangrove forests and is home to rich biodiversity.
tree roots of the mangroves come into full view.
Trails Each trail at Sungei Buloh is quite different, and it is worth exploring them all if time permits. A good starting point is the Migratory Bird Trail, which is 1.9 km long and loops around the Buloh Tidal Ponds. A few hides and an observation tower along the
Sungei Buloh is home to a wide range of wildlife, including predators like the Malaysian water monitor lizard and the mangrove pit viper, and less intimidating animals like the smooth-coated otter. However, many visitors are particularly interested in sighting the estuarine crocodiles. These crocodiles
Buloh Tidal Ponds
Pneumatophores and knee & prop roots
trail are good vantage points from which to take pictures or observe the wetlands. This is a worthy trail to explore for a good chance of seeing crocodiles in their natural habitat.
are large creatures, but they are masters of disguise. It is easy to miss them, because they blend into their environment well, whether they are in the water or on the shore. Numerous signs on the paths warn visitors to stay away from the water’s edge, as crocodiles sometimes make their way onto the trails.
The Mangrove Boardwalk is a shorter trail encircling the mangrove forest. During low tide, the intricate -- 22 --
The Coastal Trail offers nice views of the Straits of Johor and Johor Bahru in Malaysia. A few pods located along the trail provide good resting points and photo opportunities. Wildlife
AWA Magazine - Mar/Apr 2021
