Table of Contents
- 1 Why are tropical rainforests important in Singapore?
- 2 When was Central Catchment Nature Reserve established?
- 3 How can we play our part to help protect our tropical rainforests?
- 4 What is special about Bukit Timah Nature Reserve?
- 5 What are the 17 reservoirs in Singapore?
- 6 Which is the largest reservoir in Singapore?
Why are tropical rainforests important in Singapore?
Rainforests also support a high diversity of animal life, with representatives from almost every major group. Although we are a city state, patches of primary rainforests can still be found in the central part of Singapore – Central Catchment Nature Reserve and Bukit Timah Nature Reserve.
What are three features you can find in the Central Catchment Nature Reserve?
Key attractions of the Central Catchment Nature Reserve include the TreeTop Walk, a 250-metre suspension bridge that connects the two highest points in MacRitchie and the Jelutong Tower, a 7-deck observation tower that allows visitors an unimpeded overview of the forest in MacRitchie.
When was Central Catchment Nature Reserve established?
The other three are the Labrador Nature Reserve which was gazetted since 1 January 2002, Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve and Bukit Timah Nature Reserve. All four nature reserves along with the parks are protected under the Parks & Trees Act 2005….
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Why is Reservoir important to Singapore?
Reservoirs, or more formally known as water catchment areas, are an essential pillar of Singapore’s self-sufficient water supply. Deforestation activities around the area were halted as the forest surrounding MacRitchie reservoir has been protected as a water catchment reserve and a nature reserve.
How can we play our part to help protect our tropical rainforests?
Restore damaged ecosystems by planting trees on land where forests have been cut down. Encourage people to live in a way that doesn’t hurt the environment. Establish parks to protect rainforests and wildlife. Support companies that operate in ways that minimize damage to the environment.
What are the characteristics of tropical rainforest?
Characteristics of tropical rainforests
- Very wet with over 2,000 mm of rainfall per year.
- Very warm with an average daily temperature of 28°C. The temperature never drops below 20°C and rarely exceeds 35°C.
- The atmosphere is hot and humid .
- The climate is consistent all year round. There are no seasons.
What is special about Bukit Timah Nature Reserve?
Bukit Timah Nature Reserve is the only hill dipterocarp forest in Singapore. This is unique as such a forest type usually occurs in regions that are 300 metres to 762 metres above sea-level. The Nature Reserve also contains Singapore’s tallest hill – the Bukit Timah Hill – that stands sentinel over the area at 163m.
Is Tree Top Walk open Covid?
The closure took effect from 11 Aug 2020 and was originally expected to finish by 31 May. However, in a recent update confirmed by MS News, NParks estimates the reopening of the TreeTop Walk to be in Q3 2021. This effectively means that the 3 trails will reopen between July and September.
What are the 17 reservoirs in Singapore?
Marina Reservoir
- Singapore River.
- Bukit Timah Canal.
- Rochor Canal.
- Geylang River.
- Kallang River.
- Stamford Canal.
- Whampoa River.
What time should I go to MacRitchie?
7 am to 7 pm
MacRitchie Reservoir opening hours are 7 am to 7 pm. Lighting hours are from 7 pm to 7 am. The timings for treetop walk are Tuesday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm and on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 8:30 am to 5 pm. Closed on Mondays except for public holidays.
Which is the largest reservoir in Singapore?
Marina Reservoir
Marina Reservoir Marina Reservoir is the only reservoir located in the centre of the city. It is also the largest reservoir, with a catchment area of 10,000ha, or one-sixth the size of Singapore.
Which are the 3 oldest reservoirs?
Escape to the Reservoirs!
- #1 MacRitchie Reservoir. This beauty is the oldest and biggest reservoir in Singapore (completed in 1868), sitting smack dab in the middle of the country.
- #2 Bedok Reservoir.
- #3 Lower Peirce Reservoir.
- #4 Lower Seletar Reservoir.
- #5 The Marina Barrage.