Encountering wildlife
Despite being a small island, Singapore is home to a wide range of biodiversity. Our efforts to enhance our natural spaces under our City in Nature vision have also brought people and nature closer together. Learn more on what to do when you encounter wild animals in Singapore.
Last updated 31 October 2025
Bats in Singapore
About bats in Singapore and what to do when you encounter them
Bees and Wasps in Singapore
About bees and wasps in Singapore and what to do when you encounter them
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Box Jellyfish in Singapore
About box jellyfish in Singapore and what to do when you encounter them
Civets in Singapore
About civets in Singapore and what to do when you encounter them
Estuarine Crocodiles in Singapore
About estuarine crocodiles in Singapore and what to do when you encounter them
Hawksbill Turtles in Singapore
About hawksbill turtles in Singapore and what to do when you encounter them
House Crows, Pigeons, & Javan Mynas in Singapore
About house crows, pigeons, and Javan mynas in Singapore and what to do when you encounter them
Macaques in Singapore
About macaques in Singapore and what to do when you encounter them
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Monitor Lizards in Singapore
About monitor lizards in Singapore and what to do when you encounter them
Other Birds
About other birds in Singapore and what to do when you encounter them
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Otters in Singapore
About otters in Singapore and what to do when you encounter them
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Pangolins in Singapore
About pangolins in Singapore and what to do when you encounter them
Snakes in Singapore
About snakes in Singapore and what to do when you encounter them
Wild Boars in Singapore
About wild boars in Singapore and what to do when you encounter them