Think of coral reefs, and what comes to mind most easily is the opening scene of the animated film Finding Nemo – a vivid depiction of the bustling marine life on the Great Barrier Reef. It may seem hard to imagine, but Singapore also has its own, albeit smaller, underwater world of coral reefs. Located just off Singapore’s southern coast, these reefs comprise an impressive biodiversity that includes more than 250 species of reef-forming hard corals, along with other marine life.

Otters are playful creatives by nature, a trait which is evident in their fun-loving antics and also in the various nouns used for them. The young of an otter is called a puppy, and collectively, a group of otters is known as a romp. We have been fortunate enough to observe the family of otters at Sungei Buloh Nature Reserve, and having seen them at play, we can definitely agree that the otter puppies romp as enthusiastically as their canine counterparts.

To a greater or lesser extent, those living in Singapore are familiar with Pulau Ubin’s rustic charm. Today, Pulau Ubin attracts more than 250,000 visitors per year – and as the number of visitors increases, so do the reported sightings of wildlife.

They never pass through Changi Airport, and don’t require a passport. These ‘travellers’ are migratory birds, and the highlight of their visit to Singapore is the Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve (SBWR).