More plants and animals mean a healthier ecosystem, right? Well, this is not necessarily so. Plants and animals in the form of invasive species are actually causing global biodiversity loss. What are invasive species? Invasive species refer to animals or plants that are non-native and introduced. During my recent field trip to the Singapore Botanic Gardens (SBG), I saw quite a few invasive species.
First, let me introduce to you the Keppel Discovery Wetlands which is Continue reading
As famously quoted by adventurer, Bear Grylls, many life forms have to adapt to their surrounding environment to survive and thrive. The various amazing plant adaptations to their respective ecosystems was my biggest takeaway from my field trip to Singapore Botanic Gardens’ (SBG) Learning Forest and Keppel Discovery Wetlands with my Applied Biogeography class, led by Professor Coffman. I found great joy in identifying different plant adaptations and understanding their purpose! Now whenever I visit parks or my own field site, I keep a keen eye on unique adaptations. It changed the way I see nature and the environment and gave me greater insight to the biotic and abiotic factors in each ecosystem. Everyone should visit the SBG Learning Forest and Keppel Discovery Wetlands to learn and gain a new vision of the environment!
In Feb 2022, I had the chance to visit Keppel Wetlands at the Singapore Botanic Gardens (SBG) with my NUS Applied Geography class. Prior to the trip, Prof Gretchen had explained to us why this wetland was so special – it was only recently restored to its former state as a freshwater forest wetland habitat. Its restoration didn’t come easy, coming with a hefty price tag of $2 million, which was funded by Keppel Corporation.
In the heart of Singapore lies a green space hundreds of years older than the buildings that surround it. Having played a myriad of roles over the years- from an experimental garden for cash crops, to the centre of Singapore’s ‘garden city’ vision, the Singapore Botanic Gardens now plays a significant role in research, education, and conservation. Unfortunately, invasive species are threatening this tropical paradise. Read on to find out what you can do to help! Continue reading
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