Naturalised streams in Singapore
Discover our naturalised streams and explore the fascinating species that thrive here!
Last updated on 15 June 2026
Naturalised water bodies are man-made spaces that have water in the form of a stream, river, or pond. They include places that used to be drains, or water-collecting places like quarries. These areas are naturalised with the addition of soil and plants, creating habitat for a wide range of animals.
As part of the naturalisation process, flood-resistant and water-loving plants are grown alongside the banks of these water bodies, or even in them as floating wetlands to provide habitat and food for animals. Learn more about the habitat enhancements of naturalised water bodies and the animals that live in them through these videos on Neram streams and Pekan Quarry.
Where can we find naturalised streams in Singapore?
One of the largest naturalised streams is the river that runs through Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park (opens in new tab). Neram streams (opens in new tab) are a smaller network of naturalised streams, and are located in the Jurong Lake Gardens (opens in new tab).
All quarries in Singapore are no longer operational, and many of them have been naturalised into large ponds. Little Guilin in Bukit Batok Town Park (opens in new tab), Pekan Quarry on Pulau Ubin (opens in new tab) and Singapore Quarry in Dairy Farm Nature Park (opens in new tab) are some examples.
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Discover some of the biodiversity we can find in our naturalised streams!
Naturalised water bodies provide habitat for animals that live in or near aquatic habitats, like frogs, herons, dragonflies, freshwater fish, and otters. Click on the cards below to learn more about some of these species.
