Night Safari will soon have a new walking trail where visitors can see pangolins, otters and flying squirrels
Also announced is a new marine coastal habitat for Californian sea lions and African penguins that's set to open in 2027 at the Singapore Zoo.
Some of the animals that visitors can expect to see at Night Safari's upcoming walking trail. (Photos: Mandai Wildlife Group)
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Animal lovers in Singapore can look forward to even more attractions in the coming years. Months after announcing a forest resort and Singapore's fifth wildlife park, Mandai Wildlife Group revealed on Thursday (Jul 25) that the Night Safari is set to have a new 280m-long walking trail.
Here, visitors can look out for animal species such as the Sunda pangolin, slow loris, binturong, oriental small-clawed otter and spotted giant flying squirrel.
But these animals aren't just for show.
Mandai Wildlife Group’s veterinary team has treated over 200 wild pangolins over the past 10 years and is embarking on a breeding programme for the species.
In a press statement, Dr Cheng Wen-Haur, deputy CEO of Mandai Wildlife Group, said: "The new Pangolin Trail tells the story of our ongoing mission to conserve this critically endangered species, with a holistic plan to protect them both in the wild, as well as in our care. The trail will offer guests the unique experience of seeing and learning about the shy and elusive pangolin being active at night."
An opening date for the new Pangolin Trail has yet to be announced. However, the trail will be the first fully sheltered walking trail at the Night Safari and is easily accessible from the park's entrance.
In addition to the trail, visitors to the Night Safari can also look forward to a brand-new bull elephant habitat that will house Chawang, the park’s iconic elephant. Enrichment features like a stable grazer that releases hay at random timings will encourage Chawang to forage more actively, improving its health as well as enhancing its visibility for guests.
A lookout deck, which can be accessed on foot, will allow visitors to observe Chawang at close range.
The fun isn't just concentrated at the Night Safari. Over at the Singapore Zoo, a new marine coastal habitat for Californian sea lions and African penguins is in the works for 2027.
It will be the first underwater-viewing habitat in the zoo that's integrated with an F&B venue. Diners on the first floor will have underwater views of the marine mammals while those on the upper floor can marvel at sea lions basking in the habitat.
Dr Cheng added: "By offering a range of memorable and meaningful wildlife experiences, the Mandai Wildlife Reserve is a window into the wild for our guests. We hope to inspire our guests to better appreciate nature and join us in our efforts to protect threatened wildlife."
