Welcome to Biome-Diversity!
Hello! And welcome to the world of Biome-Diversity!
My name is Papa Monkey, and I’m so excited to give you a sneak preview of the amazing wildlife that you can encounter in Biome-Diversity! This is an exciting virtual space where you can encounter and learn more about the many species we can find in our homeland - Singapore!
If you enjoyed this preview, don’t forget to sign up for the Biome-Diversity event, where you can take your biodiversity knowledge to the next level! The event is happening online on June 5, from 12pm to 7pm SGT.
Now, let’s go!!
EXPLORE SINGAPORE’S NATURAL HABITATS IN ONLINE VISUAL ADVENTURE GAME
“MONKEY SEE, MONKEY GO”!
Our first stop: a visual adventure game called “Monkey See, Monkey Go”!
Featuring beautiful hand-drawn illustrations of Singapore’s many wildlife spaces such as Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park, Bukit Timah Nature Reserve and more, this online game experience follows a family of monkeys as they traverse the island on their quest to find treasure! On their way, they meet a myriad of native animals, who will give them a tour of their homes, showcasing information about the local wildlife you may not have known before!
This educational gameplay experience is perfect for anyone who wants to learn more about Singapore’s biodiversity and natural spaces from the comfort of their own home. This immersive game will make you appreciative of the flora and fauna we have on our island-nation!
Sign up below to experience this visual adventure game on 5 June! This game is recommended for everyone aged 8 and above. It is recommended for children below 8 years old to play the game with a parent or guardian.
LEARN ABOUT OUR INTERTIDAL ECOSYSTEMS IN A DIALOGUE WITH THE UNTamed paths!
On The Edge: A Dialogue with The Untamed Paths
Our next stop is… the beach!
Did you know that there is a part of our shoreline that is teeming with life? This lesser-known area is called the “intertidal zone” and is home to many species of animals - including clams, starfish, crabs, anemones and snails! But the species in this intertidal zone are threatened by human activities. What actions can we take to conserve our intertidal animals? And how can we care for them when we’re out visiting the beach?
Join us for a hearty dialogue with The Untamed Paths, an organisation dedicated to raising awareness on unconventional biodiversity in Singapore. In this hour-long online session, hear from Mr Dennis Chan, founder of The Untamed Paths, on the intertidal zone, the quirky attributes of some amazing creatures we can find along our shores, and what we can do to play our part in wildlife conservation for this zone. Sign up below to secure your spot for this insightful session!
This session is happening online on Sat, 5 June via Zoom at 2pm. The Zoom link will only be sent to registered participants, so pre-register your interest now!
About The Untamed Paths
“The Untamed Paths was conceived in 2020 with the goal of raising awareness of unconventional biodiversity in Singapore. We take pride in the experiential learning process and strongly believe that common misconceptions about wildlife can be corrected if presented properly. We strive to strike a balance between education and conservation - to nurture the budding wildlife naturalist, whatever the age. Singapore is rapidly evolving and this has also led to an increase in human-wildlife conflict over the years. Amidst the Covid pandemic, it is ever so important to maintain a cohesive relationship between humans and wildlife.”
About the Speaker
Dennis was never one to take the conventional route - hence the birth of “The Untamed Paths”. His adventurous lifestyle has led him along the path of a veterinary bioscience student and even into the intricacies of business marketing. An accomplished divemaster, he has had a hand in regional marine conservation work involving thresher sharks, reef restorations and underwater surveys. When not under the ocean - he spends his days and nights out in the field observing and acquiring knowledge on local biodiversity. A big fan of wildlife, he has visited various rescue centres in Sumatra and Borneo to get a better understanding of human-wildlife conflict in rural areas.
Dennis is also an avid wildlife photographer, powerboater, mountaineer and advocate for sustainable fishing - it is no secret that all the elements in his life are intertwined. Being immersed in wildlife is second nature to him.
Singapore’s Native Wildlife: A Dialogue Session with ACRES
The Tails of Singapore
Singapore is home to wildlife in urban areas too! But what species are dwelling near our flats? And what should we do when we encounter them?
In this dialogue session with the Animal Concerns Research & Education Society (ACRES), you will open your eyes to the biodiversity all around us. Edwina from ACRES will show us the wildlife species that can be found in Singapore, from the sunda pangolin to the Asian palm civet to wild boars, and explain why animal conservation is crucial to life in modern Singapore. How will you react when you see these animals around you? And what can you do to help them? This online dialogue session is one not to be missed!
This session is happening online on Sat, 5 June via Zoom at 3pm. The Zoom link will only be sent to registered participants, so pre-register your interest now!
ABOUT ACRES
Animal Concerns Research & Education Society, or simply known by its acronym ACRES, is a registered charity organisation founded by Singaporeans in 2001. This year, ACRES is celebrating her 20th anniversary. ACRES acknowledges that all animals are sentient beings and continues to work tirelessly to speak out for the voiceless. ACRES believes that animals can be protected from the little actions all individuals make through their everyday life choices.
About the speaker
Edwina has been the Education Executive at ACRES for the past 6 years, and plays a vital role in sowing seeds of compassion in young people through ACRES' humane education programmes.
Prior to that, she was a volunteer tour guide for Orana Wildlife Park (New Zealand) while working as a full-time relief teacher in early childhood education settings. She also has 6 years of experience in outreach at the National Zoo of Malaysia.
Edwina strongly believes that every individual's actions can create a positive ripple effect in making the world better for the animals and the environment.
how can youths take action for biodiversity? A Session with SYVB
iN FULL SWING: A DIALOGUE WITH SYVB
What can young people do for our biodiversity? What resources do we have available to us if we want to take action to conserve the amazing wildlife we have in Singapore? Join us in this dialogue session with the Singapore Youth Voices for Biodiversity (SYVB), who will share more about the part that youths have to play for the biodiversity around us.
Karl Png and Yew Ke Yao from SYVB will be sharing about the work they do at SYVB and many important tips for youths who are interested in biodiversity conservation as individuals or as a community. Whether you’re a lover of animals or a passionate advocate for biodiversity, you’ll certainly be amazed at the things we can do!
This session is happening online on Sat, 5 June via Zoom at 4pm. The Zoom link will only be sent to registered participants, so pre-register your interest now!
About SYVB
The Singapore Youth Voices for Biodiversity (SYVB) engages the youths on biodiversity matters and represents them at local and international networks. Since its formation in July 2019, it has organised consultations with the youths, and developed the relevant positions to reflect their hopes and dreams for our biodiversity.
About the Speakers
Speaker 1: Karl Png
Karl is an aspiring botanist. Inspired by the pioneer naturalists, he has embarked on many biodiversity-related projects and is aka the ‘Plant Doctor’. His main interests lie in biodiversity, plants and youths. As the ASEAN Youth Biodiversity Leader (Singapore), he is also a member of the Global Youth Biodiversity Network (GYBN) and co-founded SYVB. Ultimately, he hopes to create a better world for biodiversity and people.
Speaker 2: Yew Ke Yao
Ke Yao is an Environmental Studies undergraduate at the National University of Singapore. He is interested in the local terrestrial and freshwater ecosystems. In his free time, he enjoys taking photographs of Singapore’s flora and fauna. He has conducted guided walks and nature-themed activities to improve awareness about Singapore’s rich biodiversity.
