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Zoological Garden
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Singapore Zoo has one of the most beautiful settings in the world. The
tranquil waters of Seletar Reservoir with a dense secondary forest surround
it. It has also been acclaimed as one of the world's most spectacular
zoos.
Enjoying an "open zoo" concept, the animals
are kept in spacious, landscaped enclosures, separated from visitors by
dry or wet moats. The moats are concealed with vegetation or dropped below
the line of vision. In the case of dangerous animals, such as leopards
and jaguars, which can climb very well, beautifully landscaped glass-fronted
enclosures are used. Oppressive cages that typify old zoos are absent.
The end result is a feeling of openness.
  Spreading
over 100 hectares, the Singapore Zoo houses more than 2,000 animals from
over 240 species, including 40 from the endangered species list. The zoo's
orang utan breeding program has created a large community of these gentle,
endangered species. It is also the only zoo in the world where you can
enjoy breakfast or tea with an orang utan (extra charges apply). The breeding
program has also witnessed the first tropical birth of a polar bear. Other
endangered species like the Malayan tiger, the golden tamarin, the cheetah,
and the sea lion have also found a haven in the zoo.
A regular tram service that covers the
entire zoo offers excellent overviews of the attractions. The commentary
provides useful information. However, to fully appreciate the zoo, the
tram introduction should be complemented by a walking tour. The zoo is
open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Getting
there :
Take SBS Bus 138 from Ang Mo Kio MRT Station or TIBS Bus 927 from Choa
Chu Kang MRT Station.
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