Why non-native species like the golden-backed weaver and monk parakeet need to be dealt with before they spread elsewhere Read more at straitstimes.com.
Parakeets rebuilding their nest on the floodlights at Pasir Ris Swimming Complex in Pasir Ris Sport Centre on Feb 16, 2023.Synopsis : In our first audio trail of Singapore’s nature spaces, The Straits Times explores the ins and outs of creatures in these places with those who know them well.
During a two-hour walk, they experience a morning at the remote park, which is home to more than 170 birds in north-western Singapore. Movin Nyanasengeran, Keita Sin and ST journalist Ang Qing recording the podcast at Kranji Marshes. ST PHOTO: TEO TONG KAI
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