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Bridging Communities Through Language: Launch of OWN’s Multilingual Wildlife Advisories
Empowering all to coexist with our wild neighbours through multilingual wildlife advisories!
Our Wild Neighbours
Jul 29, 20253 min read
Wildlife Biosurveillance: Protecting Animal and Public Health in Singapore
Singapore, envisioned as a City in Nature, hosts a rich variety of wildlife that contributes to a healthy urban ecosystem. With humans and animals living in such close proximity, wildlife biosurveillance becomes vital for detecting disease threats and safeguarding public health. Through monitoring, early detection, and public participation, we can respond to zoonotic risks and promote coexistence. Together, we help protect biodiversity and ensure a healthier future for all.
National Parks Board
Jun 21, 20257 min read
The Plight of Asian Koels in Singapore
Ever wondered what bird sings the "uwu uwu" song? It's the koel! Learn a little more about this intelligent bird in this short and sweet article by Kalai Vanan, CEO of ACRES.
Animal Concerns Research & Education Society
May 19, 20252 min read
How to Manage a Shop beside a Nature Reserve
Is it possible run an animal hospice centre beside a nature park? Dr Angeline Yang from VetMobile shares how!
Guest Author
Feb 15, 20253 min read
Burning a Python Alive: Can We Coexist With Snakes?
A python was burnt alive — not once, but thrice. We examine the fear of snakes and how to foster human-wildlife coexistence in Singapore.
Our Wild Neighbours
Nov 30, 20245 min read
Wild Boars in Singapore’s Urban Ecosystem
Learn about the ecological roles of wild boars and how we can coexist with these large animals that share our island home.
National Parks Board
Oct 19, 20244 min read
Fostering Coexistence: Nurturing Wildlife Harmony at NUS
Learn how Ruth and her peers foster human-wildlife harmony with the long-tailed macaques and smooth-coated otters in NUS.
Guest Author
Mar 9, 20243 min read
Monitor lizards — More than just F1 track crashers and sewer dwellers
Is that a Komodo dragon? Don't worry, there are no such lizards in Singapore but 3 of their cousins inhabit our island. Learn more!
Herpetological Society of Singapore
Nov 25, 20233 min read
The Dangers & Ineffectiveness of Glue Traps: Coexist and there’s no need for it!
Learn alternative methods to address rodent issues in your area without the need to use glue traps!
Animal Concerns Research & Education Society
Jul 27, 20235 min read
JGIS Monkey Guarding in Windsor Estate
Sia Sin Wei, a JGIS volunteer, shares what monkey guarding is like in Singapore and the current efforts in Windsor Estate.
Jane Goodall Institute Singapore
Jun 5, 20234 min read
Wildlife Rescues Told by ACRES Volunteers (Part 2)
OWN spoke to 3 ACRES wildlife rescue volunteers to gather some first-hand insights of working with our native wildlife!
Our Wild Neighbours
May 16, 20236 min read
Wildlife Rescues Told by ACRES Volunteers (Part 1)
OWN spoke to 3 ACRES wildlife rescue volunteers to gather some first-hand insights of working with our native wildlife!
Our Wild Neighbours
May 4, 20236 min read
Celebrating Partnerships
OWN Campaign Manager, Jasvic Lye, shares about the potential of partnerships for conservation in our World Wildlife Day blog special.
Our Wild Neighbours
Mar 10, 20234 min read
Working Together Towards Coexistence in Seletar Hills Estate
The Otter Exclusion Project is a multi-agency effort that aims to raise awareness on otters. Read more about the project in this article!
Animal Concerns Research & Education Society
Feb 23, 20233 min read
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