Singapore aims to be a ‘City in Nature’, but can residents and wildlife coexist in harmony?

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Kolette LimJanuary 27, 2026 at 02:30 AM

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Singapore's "City in Nature" initiative aims for humans and wildlife to coexist, but challenges remain. Residents are increasingly encountering wildlife, leading to concerns about hygiene and safety. In 2023, Singapore received over 24,000 bird-related reports and about 11,800 wildlife reports, primarily concerning sightings of snakes, macaques, and bats. Locations like Seah Im Food Centre experience issues with birds attracted to food waste, raising worries about potential health risks. Despite efforts like anti-bird spikes and netting, achieving harmonious coexistence between people and animals in Singapore's urban environment requires further progress.

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Nur’Ain Zainuddin ×270% Seah Im Food Centre ×270% National Parks Board (NParks) ×280% Singapore ×490%

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South China Morning Post

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Center-Right (0.50)

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90%

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Singapore

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