Our journey to the Sungei Boloh Wetland Reserve was an enriching and fun learning journey. Not only we saw flora and fauna, there are also different types of animals, such as the monitor lizard, the crocodile and more.

Sungei Buloh is located in the northwest of Singapore and it is the first wetlands reserve to be gazette in Singapore. Sungei Buloh had welcomed 100, 100th visitor in 1994 and this is one of a tourist attraction in Singapore. It charmed people from all strata of society to support its cause.

Once we reached the Sungei Boloh Wetland Reserve, everyone was very excited, looking around and crowding around the ledge of the bridge to have a look out for the different types of creatures in the pond. We saw tortoise, monitor lizard, and crocodile. Not only are there animals in the pond, there are also animals on the trees like the toucan. Also, little creatures on the mud like the mudskippers and crabs. In the sea, we saw different kinds of fishes in different kinds of shapes and sizes.

The nature is beautiful, filled with the different types of flora and fauna. I guess, without those, the nature would not be as beautiful as now it is. Trees could grow as big as a shelter for us; shrubs can grow as small as a stool for us to sit. Look, nature is made up of flora and fauna in different shapes and sizes, making the place like a natural home for us.

Since its inception, the Reserve had provided nature education programs as well as a volunteer guide programmer for schools and the general public. However, we did not get a volunteer guide as we were allowed to explore this wonderful nature place on our own. We took pictures of the different kind of trees and animals. Without a guide, it would actually be better as we would learn how to be independent and responsible for ourselves and our group members. We would also be independent enough to read up on our own, learning new things every time. Well, we do have our very own guide- Mr. Ho!

Some of these crabs are seen climbing up the mangrove trees and sometimes even the boardwalk to avoid the incoming tide. They are known to crawl just high enough to remain above the sea level. One possible reason for this could be to escape predators that lurk in the deep mysterious waters of the mangroves.

Mudskippers are usually found in mangrove swamps at the estuaries of rivers. The mud deposited by the rivers here is a suitable place for mudskippers to build their burrows. There is no shortage of food, as algae and small animals like worms, crabs and snails on which they feed are found in abundance in the waters and mudflats.

These strange creatures of the swamp are fish that do not behave like fish: they hop out of the water, "walk" across the mud and even climb trees. They are equally at home on land and in water. Come to Sungei Buloh Nature Park, and don't forget to bring your binoculars. The best places in the Park to observe mudskippers are the Mangrove Boardwalk at the Visitor Centre and the Mangrove Arboretum. You'll be fascinated when you spot mudskippers—some veritable giants among them—lazing in their private mud pools at low tide.

Many who have visited Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve could have mistaken a monitor lizard for a crocodile. One of the most commonly seen reptiles in the Wetland Reserve is the Malayan Water Monitor Lizard. This reptile is often mistaken for an estuarine crocodile, which is also found in the Wetland Reserve. Compared to the monitor lizards, crocodiles are rarely sighted. That has changed recently as one particular crocodile has chosen to be a special attraction. Often seen with its eyes just peering out of the water surface, this crocodile has established its territory along Sungei Buloh Besar. It is often seen swimming under the Main Bridge, and on occasions crosses overland to the brackish water ponds to thermo-regulate.

If you do come across a crocodile along the route or are not sure of the identity of the animal, remain calm and back away slowly. Do not try to walk pass it or get close for a photograph. Note that these animals are wild and have a reputation for being aggressive.

Crocodile warning signs have been posted at various parts of the Wetland Reserve where they are most often spotted. For your own safety, please heed these warning signs.

Mangroves exist in the transient world of land and sea having to endure the relentless rhythm of the tides. Life at land’s end is harsh, yet many have triumphed over the adverse environment with each inhabitant playing a role in making the ecosystem a viable and dynamic one. Let us now enjoy the different types of flora and fauna found in the Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve!

Bird Nest Fern.

Nature demolished ?

Different roots of flora.

Plants on a mini hill.

Branches of flora.

We had lots of fun among ourselves at the Sungei Bulog Wetland reserve. Although we were not really concentrating on each and every little things in there, we learnt alot with our very own guide- Mr. Ho! We've also enjoyed looking at the roots, branches and little animals found in there. It was a tiring day, but it was worth it as we not only had fun, we also gain lots of knowledge. We hope to go on for another learning journey as years goes by!