https://biodiversitysg.nparks.gov.sg/our-biodiversity/biodiversity-resource-library/ Whether you are a educator or learner, there is something here to spark curiosity and build knowledge about Singapore's incredible biodiversity. en Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:37:57 +0800 Isomer (https://www.isomer.gov.sg) https://biodiversitysg.nparks.gov.sg/our-biodiversity/biodiversity-resource-library/native-or-not-urn:isomer:resource:368119Do you know what are native and non-native species? Read on to find out more!PublicationEducatorsNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityFeature Articles https://butterflycircle.blogspot.com/2009/04/grass-yellows-of-singapore-part-1.htmlurn:isomer:resource:406942WebsitesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityButterfliesButterfly species https://butterflycircle.blogspot.com/2016/10/grass-blues-of-singapore.htmlurn:isomer:resource:406941WebsitesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityButterfliesButterfly species https://www.butterflycircle.com/checklist/urn:isomer:resource:406938WebsitesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityButterfliesButterfly speciesSpecies Checklist https://butterflycircle.blogspot.com/2011/03/life-history-of-chocolate-pansy.htmlurn:isomer:resource:406937WebsitesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityButterfliesButterfly species https://www.butterflycircle.com/checklist/showbutterfly/42urn:isomer:resource:406936WebsitesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityButterfliesButterfly species https://butterflycircle.com/checklist/showbutterfly/11urn:isomer:resource:406932WebsitesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityButterfliesButterfly species https://butterflycircle.blogspot.com/2011/10/life-history-of-common-mormon.htmlurn:isomer:resource:406929WebsitesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityButterfliesButterfly species https://butterflycircle.blogspot.com/2020/02/emigrants-of-singapore.htmlurn:isomer:resource:406931WebsitesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityButterfliesButterfly species https://www.butterflycircle.com/checklist/index.php?/showbutterfly/57urn:isomer:resource:406930WebsitesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityButterfliesButterfly species https://www.butterflycircle.com/checklist/index.php?/showbutterfly/31urn:isomer:resource:406928WebsitesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityButterfliesButterfly species urn:isomer:resource:406939Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.science.nus.edu.sg/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/04/200-e-book-Low-MEY-Pocklington-K-2019-200-Points-in-Singapore-s-Natural-History.pdfurn:isomer:resource:264239The origins of Singapore’s very own natural history museum are another remarkable story. In conjunction with ‘200: a natural history’, a Bicentennial exhibition at the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum, this book gathers these stories and locates them in the larger context of Singapore’s natural history.PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationNatural History https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pktxjRpmQrkurn:isomer:resource:263240An animated video on coral reefs and why they need to be protected and conserved.Podcasts and videosEducatorsYoung Learners (Below 12)General BiodiversityBiodiversity ConservationEcosystemsMarine InvertebratesNParks Videos https://www.nparks.gov.sg/florafaunaweb/resource/-/media/ffw/general/field-guides/a-field-guide-to-climbers-in-macritchie-reservoir-park-(a-to-c)-pdf.pdfurn:isomer:resource:321814Learn about the climbers that can be found in MacRitchie Reservoir Park.Downloadable resourcesGuidesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationFlowering plantsFlowering plant species https://www.nparks.gov.sg/florafaunaweb/resource/-/media/ffw/general/field-guides/a-field-guide-to-ferns-of-macritchie-(006).pdfurn:isomer:resource:321820Learn more about the ferns that can be found in MacRitchie Reservoir Park.Downloadable resourcesGuidesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationFernsFerns and allies species https://www.nparks.gov.sg/florafaunaweb/resource/-/media/ffw/general/field-guides/a-field-guide-to-the-palms-of-macritchie-161020.pdfurn:isomer:resource:321823Learn more about the palms that can be found in MacRitchie Reservoir Park.Downloadable resourcesGuidesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationFlowering plantsFlowering plant species https://www.nparks.gov.sg/florafaunaweb/resource/-/media/ffw/general/field-guides/a-field-guide-to-plants-of-singapore---adinandra-belukar.pdfurn:isomer:resource:321831Learn about the common plants you can find in Adinandra belukar, a type of young secondary forest that can be found in Singapore.Downloadable resourcesGuidesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationFlowering plantsFlowering plant species https://www.nparks.gov.sg/florafaunaweb/resource/-/media/ffw/general/field-guides/a-field-guide-to-plants-of-singapore---common-wildflowers.pdfurn:isomer:resource:321826Learn more about the common wildflowers of Singapore.Downloadable resourcesGuidesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationFlowering plantsFlowering plant species https://www.nparks.gov.sg/florafaunaweb/resource/-/media/ffw/general/field-guides/a-field-guide-to-shrubs-and-herbaceous-plants-in-macritchie-reservoir-park-(a-to-d)_v2.pdfurn:isomer:resource:321818Learn more about the shrubs and herbaceous plants that can be found in MacRitchie Reservoir Park.Downloadable resourcesGuidesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationFlowering plantsFlowering plant species https://www.nparks.gov.sg/florafaunaweb/resource/-/media/ffw/general/field-guides/a-field-guide-to-shrubs-and-herbaceous-plants-in-macritchie-reservoir-park-e-to-z.pdfurn:isomer:resource:321817Learn about the shrubs and herbaceous plants that can be found in MacRitchie Reservoir Park.Downloadable resourcesGuidesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationFlowering plantsFlowering plant species https://www.nparks.gov.sg/florafaunaweb/resource/-/media/ffw/general/field-guides/a-guide-to-common-butterflies-in-singapore,-and-creating-a-butterfly-friendly-gardenv3.pdfurn:isomer:resource:321821Learn how to identify some of the common butterflies in Singapore, and what plants you should have for a butterfly-friendly garden!Downloadable resourcesGuidesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationButterfliesButterfly species https://www.nparks.gov.sg/docs/default-source/resources/2025/4703npb_ebook---spread.pdfurn:isomer:resource:263438This book talks about bird species spotted in Garden Bird Watch and the distribution of specific birds across SingaporePublicationBooksDownloadable resourcesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityCitizen ScienceBiodiversity ConservationBirdsCitizen Science https://www.nparks.gov.sg/docs/default-source/resources/2020/trip-chek-jawa-worksheet.pdfurn:isomer:resource:263460Students learn and understand the importance of shores in our natural environment through an adventure at the Chek Jawa Wetlands. Downloadable resourcesLesson PlansEducatorsGeneral BiodiversityEcosystemsFood Chains and Food WebsMarine FishesMarine InvertebratesEducational Materials https://www.nparks.gov.sg/docs/default-source/resources/2020/trip-chek-jawa-teacher-guide.pdfurn:isomer:resource:263461Teacher's guide to a trip to Chek Jawa.GuidesLesson PlansEducatorsGeneral BiodiversityEcosystemsFood Chains and Food WebsMarine FishesMarine InvertebratesEducational Materials https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/at-surface-valueurn:isomer:resource:263762A rich diversity of marine life is waiting to be discovered. Just take a peek through the water’s surface to see some of these treasures.PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationMarine InvertebratesSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/bee-list-starsurn:isomer:resource:263763Learn more about five common bees found in your garden. How many bees can you identify?PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationBeesSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/docs/default-source/resources/2020/bee-savvy-crossword-worksheet.pdfurn:isomer:resource:263462Students learn more about the bees living in Singapore and identify the different bee species and their unique behaviours through this crossword puzzle.Downloadable resourcesEducatorsYoung Learners (Below 12)General BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationBeesEducational Materials https://go.gov.sg/bioblitz-bird-posterurn:isomer:resource:263228Downloadable resourcesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityCitizen ScienceTaxonomy & IdentificationBirdsCitizen Science https://go.gov.sg/bioblitz-butterfly-posterurn:isomer:resource:263230Downloadable resourcesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityCitizen ScienceTaxonomy & IdentificationButterfliesCitizen Science https://go.gov.sg/bioblitz-dragonfly-posterurn:isomer:resource:263229Downloadable resourcesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityCitizen ScienceTaxonomy & IdentificationDragonflies and DamselfliesCitizen Science https://go.gov.sg/bioblitz-community-handbookurn:isomer:resource:263227Interested in conducting a Bioblitz for your community? Click here to find out how!Downloadable resourcesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityCitizen ScienceTaxonomy & IdentificationCitizen Science https://go.gov.sg/bioblitz-schoolhandbookurn:isomer:resource:263224Interested in conducting a Bioblitz in school? Click here to find out how!Downloadable resourcesEducatorsYoung Learners (Below 12)General BiodiversityCitizen ScienceTaxonomy & IdentificationCitizen Science https://biome.nparks.gov.sg/Help/Guides/urn:isomer:resource:263965Identification guideGuidesSpecies Checklists and DatabasesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationBirdsReptilesAmphibiansBeesDragonflies and DamselfliesButterfliesMarine InvertebratesSpecies Checklist https://biome.nparks.gov.sg/urn:isomer:resource:263967Species Checklists and DatabasesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityCitizen ScienceBiodiversity ConservationBiodiversity Database https://birdsociety.sg/urn:isomer:resource:263160The Bird Society of Singapore is the leading organisation promoting the conservation and research of our island’s birds.WebsitesSpecies Checklists and DatabasesYoung Learners (Below 12)Older Learners (Above 12)Nature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationBirdsSpecies Checklist https://go.gov.sg/bioblitzguideurn:isomer:resource:230585Can't find a BioBlitz event but wish to participate in one? Build Your Own BioBlitz and get your community involved!Downloadable resourcesEducatorsNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityCitizen Science https://biodiversitysg.nparks.gov.sg/our-biodiversity/butterfliesurn:isomer:resource:254918WebsitesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityCitizen ScienceTaxonomy & IdentificationButterfliesButterfly species https://www.nparks.gov.sg/docs/default-source/resources/2020/butterfly-haven-hortpark-worksheet.pdfurn:isomer:resource:263681Students learn about local butterflies and how to identify butterfly-attracting plants and caterpillar host plants at HortPark.Downloadable resourcesEducatorsYoung Learners (Below 12)General BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationFood Chains and Food WebsButterfliesEducational Materials https://www.nparks.gov.sg/docs/default-source/resources/2020/butterfly-haven-primary-worksheet.pdfurn:isomer:resource:263691(A teacher’s guide and worksheet) Students can learn to identify local butterfly species and the main stages of a butterfly's life cycle.Downloadable resourcesLesson PlansEducatorsYoung Learners (Below 12)General BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationButterfliesEducational Materials https://www.nparks.gov.sg/docs/default-source/resources/2020/butterfly-haven-secondary-worksheet.pdfurn:isomer:resource:263692(A teacher’s guide and worksheet) Students can learn to identify local butterflies and ways to attract more butterfly species to a garden.Downloadable resourcesLesson PlansOlder Learners (Above 12)General BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationFood Chains and Food WebsButterfliesEducational Materials https://file.go.gov.sg/bwidguide.pdfurn:isomer:resource:263149Butterfly watch identification sheet Downloadable resourcesGuidesYoung Learners (Below 12)Older Learners (Above 12)Nature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityCitizen ScienceTaxonomy & IdentificationButterfliesCitizen Science https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/catch-a-dragonurn:isomer:resource:263736Learn about the six most commonly recorded dragonflies and damselflies in Singapore before joining in Dragonfly Watch to catch a ‘dragon’ in action!PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityCitizen ScienceTaxonomy & IdentificationDragonflies and DamselfliesSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/nature/ecosystems/coastal-marineurn:isomer:resource:276498Coral reefs, mangroves and seagrass meadows are marine environments that are vital for marine life. They also offer essential ecosystem services such as coastal protection and carbon storage.WebsitesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityEcosystemsEcosystems Explained https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/colouring-our-shores-and-streetsurn:isomer:resource:263719From shore to street, take a walk outside and enjoy Singapore awashed in colour thanks to the lovely hues of leaves & flowers of the trees around us.PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationFlowering plantsSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/florafaunaweb/resource/plant-comparison?page=1urn:isomer:resource:322067An article library comparing and differentiating a wide variety of similar-looking plants.Downloadable resourcesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationFlowering plantsFernsMistaken Identities https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/conserving-tropical-forest-giantsurn:isomer:resource:263764Learn more about dipterocarps here!PublicationEducatorsNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityBiodiversity ConservationEcosystemsFlowering plantsEcosystems Explained https://www.nparks.gov.sg/docs/default-source/resources/posters/different-shades-of-green-poster.pdfurn:isomer:resource:263441Find out about the different shades of green in Singapore, how they support our native biodiversity and provide ecological connectivity.Downloadable resourcesGuidesEducatorsYoung Learners (Below 12)General BiodiversityEcosystemsFlowering plantsFernsEducational Materials https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/dove-vs-pigeon--what-s-the-differenceurn:isomer:resource:263765Can you tell the difference between a dove and a pigeon? Learn more about this and how to identify these birds we often find living round us.PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationBirdsMistaken Identities https://biodiversitysg.nparks.gov.sg/our-biodiversity/dragonflies-and-damselfliesurn:isomer:resource:263952WebsitesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityCitizen ScienceTaxonomy & IdentificationDragonflies and DamselfliesDragonflies and damselflies species https://go.gov.sg/dw-id-guideurn:isomer:resource:263141Dragonfly Watch ID SheetDownloadable resourcesGuidesEducatorsYoung Learners (Below 12)Older Learners (Above 12)Nature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityCitizen ScienceTaxonomy & IdentificationDragonflies and DamselfliesCitizen Science https://biodiversitysg.nparks.gov.sg/our-biodiversity/fernsurn:isomer:resource:263953WebsitesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityCitizen ScienceTaxonomy & IdentificationFernsFerns and allies species https://www.nparks.gov.sg/florafaunaweburn:isomer:resource:263147NPark's database for plants and animals found in SingaporeWebsitesSpecies Checklists and DatabasesYoung Learners (Below 12)Older Learners (Above 12)Nature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationSpecies Checklist https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/flora-singapura---six-native-plants-named-after-singaporeurn:isomer:resource:263722Get to know some of the flora named after our lush, green island.PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityFlowering plantsSpecies Spotlights https://biodiversitysg.nparks.gov.sg/our-biodiversity/flowering-plantsurn:isomer:resource:263954WebsitesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityCitizen ScienceTaxonomy & IdentificationFlowering plantsFlowering plant species https://biodiversitysg.nparks.gov.sg/our-biodiversity/freshwater-fishes-and-invertebratesurn:isomer:resource:263955WebsitesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityCitizen ScienceTaxonomy & IdentificationFreshwater fishes and InvertebratesFreshwater fishes and invertebrates species https://go.gov.sg/gbw-id-sheeturn:isomer:resource:263132Garden bird watch identification sheetDownloadable resourcesGuidesEducatorsYoung Learners (Below 12)Older Learners (Above 12)Nature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityCitizen ScienceTaxonomy & IdentificationBirdsCitizen Science https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/hello-macritchieurn:isomer:resource:263725Think you know MacRitchie? Make a visit to this familiar haunt to enjoy new finds.PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityBirdsMammalsFlowering plantsPark Highlights https://go.gov.sg/heronwatch-idurn:isomer:resource:263150Heron watch identification sheetDownloadable resourcesGuidesEducatorsYoung Learners (Below 12)Older Learners (Above 12)Nature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityCitizen ScienceTaxonomy & IdentificationBirdsCitizen Science https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/herons-vs-storks--telling-them-aparturn:isomer:resource:263766What are herons and storks, and how can you tell them apart? Learn to distinguish these birds that can be found in the waterways and marshes of Singapore!PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationBirdsMistaken Identities https://herpsocsg.com/frog-call-library/urn:isomer:resource:263162Explore a collection of frog calls from Singapore and Malaysia, curated by the herpetological society of Singapore.WebsitesGuidesYoung Learners (Below 12)Older Learners (Above 12)Nature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationAmphibiansBiodiversity Database https://www.nparks.gov.sg/docs/default-source/resources/2025/pdf-hidden-havens-exploring-marine-life-in-singapore's-marinas_ebook-version_-3-9mb.pdfurn:isomer:resource:263439This book reveals marine life that is thriving in one of Singapore’s urban habitats – the waters in Singapore’s marinas.PublicationBooksDownloadable resourcesEducatorsNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationMarine FishesMarine InvertebratesEducational Materials https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/how-now-brown-birdurn:isomer:resource:263737Can you identify these seven commonly seen brown birds in our City in Nature?PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationBirdsSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/identifying-the-sunbirds-of-singaporeurn:isomer:resource:263786Learn to tell the difference between the sunbirds of Singapore!PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationBirdsSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/im--peck--able-creaturesurn:isomer:resource:263769Woodpeckers are well known for their foraging behaviour of pecking trees. Do you know the species of woodpeckers that can be found in Singapore?PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationBirdsSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/in-the-lime-lighturn:isomer:resource:263740We shine the spotlight on the common Lime and other plants with ‘lime’ in their names that you can find in Singapore.PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationNature's Namesakes https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/in-the-lonely--owlurn:isomer:resource:263771Learn more about owls herePublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationBirdsSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/introducing-our-elusive-wild-neighboursurn:isomer:resource:263774Have you heard of the Raffles’ Banded Langur? Get to know more about this critically endangered species that is native to Singapore.PublicationEducatorsNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityBiodiversity ConservationMammalsSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/is-it-a-fern--double-con-fern!urn:isomer:resource:263741They may be flowerless, but you cannot help but admire the magnificent foliage that our native ferns display.PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationFernsSpecies Spotlights https://www.justkeepthinking.sg/wildlife-classification/intertidal-zone/urn:isomer:resource:342687Learn about the ecosystems and animals that can be found in Singapore's intertidal zones.WebsitesOlder Learners (Above 12)Nature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityEcosystemsMarine FishesMarine InvertebratesBiodiversity Database https://www.nparks.gov.sg/docs/default-source/resources/posters/know10_plants_final.pdfurn:isomer:resource:263182Learn about 10 common species of edible plants, including vegetables, fruits, edible flowers and herbs, that can be found in parks and gardens in Singapore.Downloadable resourcesGuidesEducatorsYoung Learners (Below 12)Nature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationFlowering plantsKnow 10 Series https://gardeningsg.nparks.gov.sg/learn-more-about-gardening/downloads/urn:isomer:resource:263184Download and print guides on 10 common plants in various categories, from culinary herbs to succulents, for your gardening needs.WebsitesDownloadable resourcesGuidesEducatorsYoung Learners (Below 12)Nature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationFlowering plantsKnow 10 Series https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/learning-about-cuckoosurn:isomer:resource:263778You often hear them before you see them… Despite their loud calls, cuckoos are generally shy, solitary birds that hide well in vegetation.PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationBirdsSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/docs/default-source/resources/2022/nparks-wildlife--booklet.pdfurn:isomer:resource:263457A guide on safely encountering and understanding common wildlife in Singapore, including snakes, wild boars and otters.BooksDownloadable resourcesGeneral BiodiversityEcosystemsFood Chains and Food WebsMammalsReptilesEducational Materials https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_Eb2Fa0jUcdWwDtR2Sc3yNCPtA23bPMurn:isomer:resource:263458Replays of webinars on urban birds, reptiles, otters and tips on managing human-wildlife encounters.Podcasts and videosNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationBirdsMammalsReptilesNParks Videos https://biodiversitysg.nparks.gov.sg/our-biodiversity/mammalsurn:isomer:resource:263956WebsitesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityCitizen ScienceTaxonomy & IdentificationMammalsMammals species https://www.nparks.gov.sg/docs/default-source/resources/2020/mammals-native-singapore.pdfurn:isomer:resource:263696PowerPoint slides introducing students to what mammals are and Singapore's native mammals.Downloadable resourcesEducatorsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationMammalsEducational Materials https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/a24c33e2a37b492dbbb2f7dc3eda0d96urn:isomer:resource:263433This interactive Storymap tells the story of how mangroves thrive where the land meets the sea.WebsitesEducatorsOlder Learners (Above 12)Nature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityEcosystemsNParks Storymaps https://biodiversitysg.nparks.gov.sg/our-biodiversity/marine-fishesurn:isomer:resource:263957WebsitesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityCitizen ScienceTaxonomy & IdentificationMarine FishesMarine fishes species https://biodiversitysg.nparks.gov.sg/our-biodiversity/marine-invertebratesurn:isomer:resource:263958WebsitesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityCitizen ScienceTaxonomy & IdentificationMarine InvertebratesMarine invertebrates species https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_Eb2Fa0jUdGeVtwIGMD4x3veu3U1u33urn:isomer:resource:263191NParks Portraits is a behind-the-scenes docuseries that highlights the personal stories and daily fieldwork of the staff, scientists, and wildlife experts working to transform Singapore into a City in Nature.Podcasts and videosNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityBiodiversity ConservationNParks Videos https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_Eb2Fa0jUdJYSx_OSRUEHj9b8V9_Z0Gurn:isomer:resource:263221NParks spotlight is a series of talks and webinars that takes place during the annual Festival of Biodiversity, where conservationists share fascinating insights into Singapore's biodiversity.Podcasts and videosYoung Learners (Below 12)Older Learners (Above 12)Nature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityBiodiversity ConservationNParks Videos https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/o-deerurn:isomer:resource:263742Missing the opportunity to see a reindeer this holiday season? Learn more about a few other ‘deers’ that can be found right here in Singapore.PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationMammalsFlowering plantsNature's Namesakes https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/of-the-fairer-sexurn:isomer:resource:263779How do you tell the difference between male and female butterflies of the same species?PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationButterfliesMistaken Identities https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_Eb2Fa0jUf32D32ic9IapuX9B9_WXn5urn:isomer:resource:263459Webinar replays on Singapore's greening efforts, with topics such as tree planting, forest restoration and more.Podcasts and videosNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationFlowering plantsNParks Videos https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/our-birds-of-preyurn:isomer:resource:263780Raptors are notable for their sophisticated hunting skills as well as their majestic aura. Check out these spectacular birds of prey found in Singapore.PublicationGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationBirdsSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/learn/resources/our-marine-friendsurn:isomer:resource:263231Launched in 2022, "Our Marine Friends" was developed to help primary school students gain a deeper appreciation for our local marine animals and habitats.BooksDownloadable resourcesPodcasts and videosEducatorsYoung Learners (Below 12)General BiodiversityBiodiversity ConservationEcosystemsMarine FishesMarine InvertebratesEducational Materials https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RtIY6mm5NoB18T2EQURK41q85P5MCRzzurn:isomer:resource:269812A collection of advisories from Our Wild Neighbours provides simple and practical steps for safe and respectful coexistence with Singapore's wildlife.Downloadable resourcesGuidesEducatorsOlder Learners (Above 12)Nature EnthusiastsBiodiversity ConservationBirdsMammalsReptilesOur Wild Neighbours https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1o80wc9F5jBcGV-3NIVH_CYKP6cS5-kZnurn:isomer:resource:269811A collection of multi-language advisories from Our Wild Neighbours provides simple and practical steps for safe and respectful coexistence with Singapore's wildlife.Downloadable resourcesGuidesEducatorsOlder Learners (Above 12)Nature EnthusiastsBiodiversity ConservationBirdsMammalsReptilesOur Wild Neighbours https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Tkm0FC_JyA6mlpL_SyMCCfHeVmYwXJ9Ourn:isomer:resource:269813Designed for early learners through to older youths, these resource kits from Our Wild Neighbours offer educational materials to teach our youth how to live in harmony with Singapore's wildlife.Downloadable resourcesGuidesLesson PlansEducatorsYoung Learners (Below 12)Older Learners (Above 12)General BiodiversityBiodiversity ConservationEducational Materials https://www.ourwildneighbours.sg/our-wild-neighboursurn:isomer:resource:269816Dive into Our Wild Neighbours's wildlife information page to understand the characteristics of local species and foster a deeper appreciation for our wild neighbors.WebsitesGuidesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityBiodiversity ConservationBirdsMammalsReptilesOur Wild Neighbours https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/pitcher-perfecturn:isomer:resource:263728Fascinated by the carnivorious Pitcher Plant? There are three native species you can find right here on our island.PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationFlowering plantsSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/learn/resources/playtime-seriesurn:isomer:resource:263237Series of animated videos and storybooks that help preschoolers learn more about wildlife in our parks through stories and activities.BooksPodcasts and videosEducatorsYoung Learners (Below 12)General BiodiversityBiodiversity ConservationEducational Materials https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/recognising-eight-marine-creaturesurn:isomer:resource:263743The waters surrounding Singapore is home to a diverse selection of marine life. Learn about eight marine creatures found in our waters.PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationMarine FishesMarine InvertebratesSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/recognising-ten-streetside-flowersurn:isomer:resource:263782Our streets are getting prettier thanks to the flowering shrubs that make our daily commute more colourful. Learn about ten common streetside flowers.PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationFlowering plantsSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/recognising-trees-of-the-mangrovesurn:isomer:resource:263744Mangrove species live in a unique ecosystem and have evolved with special adaptations to deal with stressful coastal conditions. Learn more about the different mangrove species here!PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationFlowering plantsSpecies Spotlights https://biodiversitysg.nparks.gov.sg/our-biodiversity/reptilesurn:isomer:resource:263959WebsitesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityCitizen ScienceTaxonomy & IdentificationReptilesReptiles species https://www.nparks.gov.sg/learn/resources/responsible-human-wildlife-encountersurn:isomer:resource:263455Resources for preschoolers to learn about living in our City in Nature and how to demonstrate responsible behaviour when encountering wildlife.BooksDownloadable resourcesPodcasts and videosLesson PlansEducatorsYoung Learners (Below 12)General BiodiversityBiodiversity ConservationEducational Materials https://www.nparks.gov.sg/learn/resources/seed-dispersal-plant-reproductionurn:isomer:resource:263234Worksheets and videos on seed dispersal and conservation efforts at the Seed Bank were developed to support MOE's Primary Science curriculum.Downloadable resourcesGuidesPodcasts and videosLesson PlansEducatorsYoung Learners (Below 12)General BiodiversityFlowering plantsEducational Materials https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/serpentine-graceurn:isomer:resource:263729Did you know that there are over 60 species of snakes in Singapore? Get to know these five snakes you can find on our island.PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationReptilesSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/learn/resources/sharing-home-animals-community-singaporeurn:isomer:resource:263235Resources for preschoolers to learn about living in an urban ecosystem and contributing to the City in Nature vision.BooksDownloadable resourcesLesson PlansEducatorsYoung Learners (Below 12)General BiodiversityEducational Materials https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/simply-the-zesturn:isomer:resource:263753Besides the common lemon we are all familiar with, did you know that there are various other plants in Singapore that have ‘lemon’ in their names?PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationNature's Namesakes https://www.nparks.gov.sg/learn/resources/singapore-biodiversityurn:isomer:resource:263236A comprehensive resource package to teach preschoolers about Singapore's flora and fauna.BooksDownloadable resourcesPodcasts and videosLesson PlansEducatorsYoung Learners (Below 12)General BiodiversityEducational Materials https://lkcnhm.nus.edu.sg/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/09/Singapore-at-the-Dead-Zoo-Final_ebook.pdfurn:isomer:resource:264222The natural heritage ties between Ireland and Singapore are therefore very old. This connection continues with the specimens collected from Singapore over the past two centuries that are now at “The Dead Zoo” as the National Museum of Ireland – Natural History is affectionately known.PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationBirdsMammalsReptilesSpidersNatural History https://www.nparks.gov.sg/resources/singapore-species-red-data-bookurn:isomer:resource:263456Explore the names, conservation status and descriptions of threatened plant and animal species in Singapore.BooksDownloadable resourcesSpecies Checklists and DatabasesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityBiodiversity ConservationBirdsMammalsReptilesAmphibiansOther InsectsFlowering plantsFernsBeesFreshwater fishes and InvertebratesDragonflies and DamselfliesMarine FishesButterfliesMarine InvertebratesSpidersFungiBiodiversity Database https://www.nparks.gov.sg/docs/default-source/resources/posters/singapore-biodiversity-poster.pdfurn:isomer:resource:263442Find out amazing facts about our biodiversity.Downloadable resourcesEducatorsYoung Learners (Below 12)General BiodiversityBirdsMammalsEducational Materials https://www.nparks.gov.sg/resources/southern-islands-biodiversity-survey-e-publicationurn:isomer:resource:263440Explore the names, conservation status and descriptions of threatened plant and animal species in Singapore.PublicationWebsitesSpecies Checklists and DatabasesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityBirdsMammalsReptilesAmphibiansOther InsectsFlowering plantsFernsBeesFreshwater fishes and InvertebratesDragonflies and DamselfliesMarine FishesButterfliesMarine InvertebratesSpidersFungiNParks Publications https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/story-of-native-foresturn:isomer:resource:263730Singapore's landscape features various types of vegetation. Do you know what the different shades of green in our island home are?PublicationNature EnthusiastsEcosystemsEcosystems Explained https://www.nparks.gov.sg/docs/default-source/resources/sharing-home-animals-community-singapore/avs-eguide_mar-2025.pdfurn:isomer:resource:263233Bring your animal-themed lessons to life with engaging resources and ideas that teach Students about responsible behaviour towards animals.Downloadable resourcesGuidesEducatorsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationBiodiversity ConservationEducational Materials https://www.nparks.gov.sg/nature/ecosystems/terrestrial-freshwaterurn:isomer:resource:276497These include forests, wetlands and freshwater bodies. Singapore's land ecosystems are home to numerous plant and animal species that maintain ecological balance. WebsitesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityEcosystemsEcosystems Explained https://www.nparks.gov.sg/learn/resources/that's-wild-podcasturn:isomer:resource:263189That’s Wild is a NParks podcast that brings together guests from the nature community and our fellow NParks colleagues to chat about what they love best – the wild and wonderful world of biodiversity, and how we are conserving the local flora and fauna here in Singapore, our City in Nature.Podcasts and videosNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityBiodiversity ConservationNParks Podcast https://singapore.biodiversity.online/urn:isomer:resource:263152Hosted by the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum (LKCNHM), Biodiversity Of Singapore (BOS) is a rapidly growing online digital reference collection of the species that can be found in Singapore.WebsitesSpecies Checklists and DatabasesYoung Learners (Below 12)Older Learners (Above 12)Nature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationFood Chains and Food WebsBirdsMammalsReptilesAmphibiansOther InsectsFlowering plantsFernsBeesFreshwater fishes and InvertebratesDragonflies and DamselfliesMarine FishesButterfliesMarine InvertebratesSpidersFungiSpecies Checklist https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/the-most-trafficked-animal-in-the-worldurn:isomer:resource:263787Did you know that Singapore, our urbanised city-state, is actually home to one of most trafficked animal species in the world?PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityBiodiversity ConservationMammalsSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/the-wings-behind-flowersurn:isomer:resource:263756How are plants able to spread their population over vast areas of land while being stationary? They have pollinators that help do so!PublicationEducatorsNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityEcosystemsFood Chains and Food WebsFlowering plantsEcosystems Explained https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/tiger-terrificurn:isomer:resource:263733Go hunting for ‘tigers’ in our green spaces this February!PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/treasured--chesturn:isomer:resource:263757Native chestnut species are an important part of our local biodiversity, whatever the season.PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityFlowering plantsSpecies Spotlights https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/97eeb617d3224e98936cd62742e19c54urn:isomer:resource:263436This interactive Storymap employs the geographical concept of scale to explore the relationship between nature in our urban areas.WebsitesPodcasts and videosEducatorsOlder Learners (Above 12)Nature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityBiodiversity ConservationEcosystemsBirdsFlowering plantsNParks Storymaps https://lkcnhm.nus.edu.sg/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/10/Water-Bugs-of-P-Malaysia-and-Singapore-2015_secured.pdfurn:isomer:resource:264247Water bugs of the insect order Hemiptera (sub-order Heteroptera) are among the commonest and most widespread aquatic insects. They belong to some 20 different families and occur in a wide variety of freshwater as well as marine habitats ranging from the open ocean to mountainous streams.PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationOther InsectsInsect species https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/what-s-that-(black)-birdurn:isomer:resource:263783Get to know these 8 black birds that can be found all over Singapore!PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationBirdsSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/what-is-that-blue-birdurn:isomer:resource:263734Get to know six blue birds you can spot in our green spaces that are sure to uplift your spirit.PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationBirdsSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/what-is-that-red-birdurn:isomer:resource:263735Here are some birds found in Singapore that have strikingly red features.PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationBirdsSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/what-s-the-frogurn:isomer:resource:263759Did you know that Singapore is home to about 30 species of frogs? Check out six native species here.PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationAmphibiansSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/who--what-and-where-of-wallaceurn:isomer:resource:263760How much do you know about Alfred Russel Wallace, the famous British naturalist who explored Singapore’s biodiversity more than 150 years ago?PublicationEducatorsNature EnthusiastsNatural History https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/who--who--bulbul!urn:isomer:resource:263784What are bulbuls and how can you identify them? Learn about the differences between the commonly seen bulbul species in Singapore.PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationBirdsSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/wild-about-wildflowersurn:isomer:resource:263761Can you spot these common wildflowers in our green spaces?PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationFlowering plantsSpecies Spotlights https://www.nparks.gov.sg/florafaunaweb/resource/-/media/ffw/general/field-guides/wildflowers-in-singapore-management-in-landscaped-gardens.pdfurn:isomer:resource:321827Learn more about common wildflowers in Singapore and how to manage them if they occur in landscaped gardens.Downloadable resourcesGuidesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationFlowering plantsFlowering plant species https://go.gov.sg/wild-singaporeurn:isomer:resource:342691Explore Singapore's marine life through WildSingapore's beginner-friendly species database and photo index.WebsitesOlder Learners (Above 12)Nature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationMarine FishesMarine InvertebratesBiodiversity Database https://www.nparks.gov.sg/publications-resources/articles/your-friendly-neighbourhood-spidersurn:isomer:resource:263785How much do you know about spiders? What about spiders that reside here with us in Singapore? Get caught up with these wonderful arachnids.PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationSpidersSpecies Spotlights https://biodiversitysg.nparks.gov.sg/our-biodiversity/biodiversity-resource-library/discover-the-wild-side-of-jurong-lake-gardensurn:isomer:resource:348377Learn more about the biodiversity that can be found in Jurong Lake Gardens!Mon, 13 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0800PublicationNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityBirdsMammalsReptilesFlowering plantsBeesButterfliesFeature Articles https://www.nparks.gov.sg/florafaunaweb/resource/spot-characters?page=1urn:isomer:resource:322070An article library highlighting plant species with shared characteristics.Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0800Downloadable resourcesGuidesNature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationFlowering plantsFlowering plant species https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_Eb2Fa0jUfXU5KumtP5Hj-m0r4B3ecvurn:isomer:resource:263238Virtual tours exploring Singapore's forests and urban parks, that highlight biodiversity and conservation efforts.Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 +0800Podcasts and videosOlder Learners (Above 12)Nature EnthusiastsGeneral BiodiversityTaxonomy & IdentificationBiodiversity ConservationEcosystemsFlowering plantsNParks Videos