Did you know that these beautiful herptiles can be found in our local wetlands? In an effort to promote an awareness of Singapore’s natural and historical heritage and to promote conversations amongst Singaporeans, the HSS has begun the Herp Walk! We want to raise awareness, in particular, about Herps (reptiles and amphibians)! These misunderstood creatures are oftenContinue reading “2nd April 2017 (Sun): FREE Guided Herp Walk @ Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve”
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FREE Guided Herp Walk @ Bukit Timah
In an effort to promote an awareness of Singapore’s natural and historical heritage, and to promote conversations amongst Singaporeans, the HSS has begun the Herp Walk! We want to raise awareness, in particular, about Herps! These misunderstood creatures are often thought of as scary or unnecessary. But we want to show Singaporeans that Herps are important andContinue reading “FREE Guided Herp Walk @ Bukit Timah”
Herping Ubin
Today was the HSS’ first Herp Walk held on Pulau Ubin! Previously, night walks had been held in collaboration with the Vertebrate Study Group (VSG) branch of the Nature Society as part of Pesta Ubin 2016, and HSS members also helped survey for herptiles during BioBlitz Ubin in December last year. Given the rich herpetofauna that we observedContinue reading “Herping Ubin”
FREE Guided Walk @ Pulau Ubin
In an effort to promote an awareness of Singapore’s natural and historical heritage, and to promote conversations amongst Singaporeans, the HSS has begun the Herp Walk! We want to raise awareness, in particular, about Herps! These misunderstood creatures are often thought of as scary or unnecessary. But we want to show Singaporeans that Herps areContinue reading “FREE Guided Walk @ Pulau Ubin”
FREE Guided Walk @ Treetop Walk
In an effort to promote an awareness of Singapore’s natural and historical heritage, and to promote conversations amongst Singaporeans, the HSS has begun the Herp Walk! We want to raise awareness, in particular, about Herps! These misunderstood creatures are often thought of as scary or unnecessary. But we want to show Singaporeans that Herps are important andContinue reading “FREE Guided Walk @ Treetop Walk”
FREE Guided Herp Walk @ Bukit Timah!
Wagler’s Pit Viper (Tropidolaemus wagleri) that we encountered in Bukit Timah Hill. In an effort to promote an awareness of Singapore’s natural and historical heritage, and to promote conversations amongst Singaporeans, the HSS has begun the Herp Walk! We want to raise awareness, in particular, about Herps! These misunderstood creatures are often thought of as scary orContinue reading “FREE Guided Herp Walk @ Bukit Timah!”
Of Vipers and Vivipary
Having had to cut short the previous walk in August due to rain, we were delighted to have clear weather for our latest walk in September, once again at the MacRitchie Treetop Walk! We also welcomed two members of the Little Green Men, Sarah and Frances, to join us on our walk; if you’re interested in makingContinue reading “Of Vipers and Vivipary”
Guided Walk @ Treetop Walk
A Wagler’s Pit Viper (Tropidolaemus wagleri) that was seen on our Herp Walk. We got rained out of our last walk, but we’re back! After an invigorating Festival of Biodiversity, we’re eager to share even more about our native herps and why they should be conserved! This time, we’re teaming up with Little Green Men,Continue reading “Guided Walk @ Treetop Walk”
Guided Walk @Treetop Walk!
In an effort to promote an awareness of Singapore’s natural and historical heritage, and to promote conversations amongst Singaporeans, the HSS has begun the Herp Walk! We want to raise awareness, in particular, about Herps! These misunderstood creatures are often thought of as scary or unnecessary. But we want to show Singaporeans that Herps are important andContinue reading “Guided Walk @Treetop Walk!”
Happy World Snake Day!
Snakes: among the most misunderstood, yet revered creatures in the world. Over 3000 species are known to mankind, and they are distributed across every continent except Antarctica. For thousands of years, these legless reptiles have inspired fear and struck awe into the hearts of humans. Even today, many people who encounter snakes react in fear andContinue reading “Happy World Snake Day!”
Herpetological Society of Singapore 