Animals & Zones at Singapore Zoo

Although Australia is home to the majority of the world's marsupials, the Americas, New Guinea, and Indonesia also have native marsupials. This display also features tree kangaroos from Papua New Guinea in addition to Australia's grey kangaroos and speedy wallabies.

Elephants, which are revered in Hinduism and Buddhism, have had a significant impact on Asian culture since they were domesticated 4,000 years ago. This one-hectare exhibit, which has Burmese-style buildings, highlights these largest living land animals as well as the history and culture that surrounds them.

Enter this biodome that is 20,000 cubic metres in size and simulates a tropical rainforest. As you travel through the several layers of the jungle, get up close and personal with its furry and feathered inhabitants. In addition, you can expect spineless close encounters at Discovery Outpost!

Our primates in Primate Kingdom use "islands" for play, leisure, and foraging. By introducing lush vegetation, plantings of trees, wild grasses, gingers, palms, and bamboo assist in recreating the primates' native habitat. Fish of all kinds, including the magnificent South American arapaima, are present in the moats that round the islands. Watch out for the roving Javan langurs while you're here. Among the treetops, you just might see their exquisite facial features!

Jump, hop, slide, and swing! Play with all of your heart and let your hair down. Visit the falabellas, ride the Wild Animal Carousel, and stop by Buddy Barn to cuddle with some fuzzy pals. Meet the tiniest breed of horses—our falabellas. In addition to the beauties Flamenca and Lovena, you might also meet Pampeano, the herd's dark stallion, or dashing Bollin with his distinctive hairstyle.

Over 60 species of reptiles and amphibians from four geographical zones are housed in RepTopia, with a third of them having never been seen before. Glass panels that open like windows during daily keeper demonstrations provide clear views of the scaly variety. Our amiable docents will entertain you with little-known reptilian facts and tales on the weekends. The addition of multi-species exhibits, interactive stations, and kid-friendly play areas creates a truly spectacular zone.

The tropical forests of New Guinea, neighbouring islands, and northeastern Australia are home to the cassowaries, which are ratites—very big, flightless birds—that belong to the genus Casuarius. There are now three identified living species. Cassowaries eat mostly fruit, but since all species are truly omnivorous, they will also eat tiny vertebrates and invertebrates as well as shoots, grass seeds, and fungi.

The kangaroos are one of the most splendid marsupial creatures that you will spot at the zone. These kangaroos can go upto a height of 6 feet and have pockets in their tummy that carry their babies. This is one of the most special animals that are endemic to the islands of Australia only.

The wallabies resemble a lot to kangaroos in their size and weight however they are a completely different animal population. They are chiefly found in the Australian continent and have distinct behaviors that you should learn more about.

Discover more about the tree kangaroos at the Australian zone which are distinct animals of the marsupials. These kangaroos have splendid and large bodies with long tails resembling that of a monkey that help them climb up trees.

You are sure to get awe-struck by the beauty of the ethereal common crowned pigeon. These bird species have lacy blue crests over their head and a remarkable blue body that you can easily distinguish. These crowned pigeons are extremely rare to spot and their beauty will definitely impress you.

Native to the coast of Brazil, the Golden lion tamarin is an exclusive species of monkey that you will out at the Fragile Forest Zone. The monkeys have a bright orange fur body and are currently an endangered species. Their maines make them absolutely beautiful. Enjoy the rare sight of this near to extinction species.

The green iguanas are native to that region of America and can be easily spotted for their beautifully large bodies that go upto a length of 6.5 meters as well. These herbivores have a lifespan of 12-15 years and are an extremely rare species to spot because of their camouflage properties. The green iguanas are native to that region of America and can be easily spotted for their beautifully large bodies that go upto a length of 6.5 meters a swell. These herbivores have a lifespan of 12-15 years and are an extremely rare species to spot because of their camouflage properties.

The Nicobar pigeon has a small frame, a brightly coloured plumage, and a narrow, pointed beak. These island birds, which are regarded as one of the most attractive pigeon species, have a dark slate grey body and upperparts that are iridescent blue-green and copper-bronze. Their white tail and contrasting neck hackles further accentuate their glossy feathers.

The pond skaters are a distinct feature of bugs that can be found at the water bodies. They have extremely small bodies which make it hard to spot them. They usually skate over the water surface whilst attacking other small insects.

Found in abundance in the regions of America, the toco toucan is one of the fanciest species of birds. Theories are identified with their large and humongous orange hued beaks. They are used for commercial mascots and their ethereal beauty is something you cannot miss out making it one of the best Singapore zoo famous animals.

The blue winged goose is another one of the most fascinating species which can be identified with its pale green and blue body. The geese are mid size and endemic to the region of Ethiopia. Learn more about these incredible waterfowl species and identify them by their high-pitched yelps.

The meerkat is another splendid species that can be found in abundance at the Great Rift of Ethiopia Zone at Singapore Zoo. These species look like mongoose and with their indistinct fur bodies and black patched mouth, it is delightful to watch them run around in their enclosures and observe their nocturnal activities too.

The Nubian ibex are threatened goat species that are usually found in the mountainous or desert regions. These goats can be found with long and twisted horns. The goats are extremely active during the day and with limited night time activities. Their shimmering coat helps them reflect the UV light which is a distinct feature.

The rock hyrax despite looking like rodents are actually closely related to the elephant family. These animals are endemic to the regions of South Africa and the Middle east. They are identified with the brown furry coats and two distinct teeth like elephants make them recognisable.

The immensely beautiful saddle-billed stork is absolutely long legged flow species and has a verdant and elongated beak structure with white and black body which makes it distinguished. These fowl species are found in the region of Africa, Ethiopia and Kenya and possess beautiful behavioral characteristics that you cannot miss out on.

One of the distuinghed members of the baboon family, the Hamadryas balloon with its furry coast and swelled up mouths plays a vital role in the food web and food chains as well. They are native to the Arabian peninsula and Horn of Africa.

The black and white ruffed lemur are an endangered species and also listed as one of the most sought after singapore zoo famous animals. These lemurs have a height ranging between 3.3 to 3.9 feet and spring from treetops to entertain you. They are extremely active during the day hours and it is a fun sight to watch these cute furry creatures.

The black spider monkey is another one of the greatest singapore zoo famous animals that can be found at the primate kingdoms. Thes primate belong to the native regions of Central and South America. You will see these creatures hanging upside down and playing with their mates in their tree studded enclosures.

These are one of the largest monkeys in the primate zones, and resemble a lot to humans in terms of their sizes and behaviors. These monkeys are a beautiful sight to watch as they spring from treetops to tree tops entertaining you for a long time.

These cute primates have a district white crust through which they can be easily recognized. The monkeys have an incredible life span of 24 years and are usually found sitting and eating nuts on the tree tops. They weigh 20 ounces by their small sizes and shouldn't be mistaken for other active day activities that you cannot miss out on.

The squirrel monkeys are found in abundance especially in the dense and tropical forests of amazon and central Africa. These Monkeys are extremely small in size and are recognized with a black patch around their mouths. They resemble human beings a lot and are considered extremely clever Singapore zoo famous animals.

The ring-tailed lemur are recognised with their long tails which have black and white patterns around them. The leisure activities are extremely quick in climbing up to treetops and jumping from one to another in swift movements.

Your kids are going to absolutely love these small breeds of horses. The fallbela are incredibly small and have a maximum height of 68cm. These horse breeds look like cute ponies and come in different colors like white, brown and light brown. They have cute hairdos which will surely impress your kids.

Witness the fancy rat at the Kidzworld, and observe their cute actions as they run around in their enclosures. These rats are one of the cutest pets in European households. They have extravagant furry coats and have a splendid life span of 2-3 years. There are a plenty of fancy rats at the kidworld enclosure

Also called as wild European polecats, the ferrets are extremely cute and beautiful creatures. They come from the native countries of North America and are pet animals as well. They weigh extremely light about 2 kg and grow upto to a maximum of 20 inches. You will find a myriad of ferrets at the kidworld enclosure.

The hedgehogs are beautiful creatures which belong to the Erinaceinae family. They have spiny backs and can be found in most parts of Asia, Europe, Africa and New Zealand. These rodents have spiny backs and are also a popular form of pet animals. They Have adapted to nocturnal lifestyles and are most active during night time.

Another one of the most popular pet animals, the guinea pig is a fabulous animal that you will spot at the kidsworld. These domestic animals resemble rats and are found in abundance in the North American and European continents. Your kids are absolutely going to love the sight of these amazing animal species.

The goats are the cutest addition to the kidzworld. Your kid will have a great time learning about these domestic animals which are a source of livelihood. Also get a solid chance to feed straws to the goats and watch them run and hop in their gathering.

The komodo dragon is one of the most fascinating animals in this very zone. Exclusive to the countries of Indonesia and Indian subcontinent, these reptiles grow upto a size of 100 feet. The dragons can have a weight of 300 pounds and are extremely poisonous. They hunt for small reptiles, mammals and birds. They have an incredible life span of 8 years.

The Indian gharial is another peculiar animal that you will find at the reptile garden zones. These can grow upto a size of 4.5 meter and have an extremely calm nature unless attacked by predators. These gharials have long snouts filled with teeth which helps them feed on fishes. They mostly remain afloat in the water and only come out to the ground for laying eggs or basking in the sun.

Also known as Saltwater crocodiles, these reptiles are not prone to being endangered. They can be found in abundance in the saltwater and brackish water of the Indian subcontinent. These animals can grow extremely long upto 21 feet and weigh 1000kg. They are skillful attackers as well.

These gain tortoises have an incredible lifespan and grow upto immse sizes of about 122 cm in length. These reptiles can easily swim in the water and come to the ground in search of food. They have an average weight of 250 kg.

the amazon milk frog are one of the most exquisite reptiles that you will find at this zone. The frog have milkywhite skin with a tint of blue. The secret poisonous jelly like substance from their skin when they are threatened by predators. These frogs are extremely cute to observe and their defense mechanism is bewitching to know about.

The crocodile monitor is one of the largest animals in the reptile family. These lizards can grow upto 8 feet in size and are considered extremely aggressive too. They have quick bites when attacked by predators. They belong to the region of SouthEast Asia and have distinct black bodies with green patterns.

These amphibians with their bright skins have a mix of yellow, blue and white pattern is something that you should not miss out on. The dyeing poison frog can spring upto a length of 50mm. These are poisonous in nature and produce toxins when consumed by predators. They are extremely small in size and grow upto a maximum of 2 inches in length.

The emperor scorpion have the most distinct bodies, and they are usually balck in nature but aboard UV light to turn into pastel green or blue. These scorpions are extremely poisonous in nature produced by their spencers. They usually grow upto a size of 20 centimeters in length and even more if the female is pregnant.

The king cobra is one of the fascinating reptiles that exclusively belong to SouthEast Asia and Africa. These are one of the most venomous living species, and they can grow upto a size of 4 meters. The venom of king cobra results in instant deaths as well. It raises its head and protrudes the neck flap when it senses danger.

Watch out for the frilled lizard at this zone, which has frills along their neck and provides them when it senses danger. They can be exclusively found in Australia and New Guinea.

The burmese star tortoise is one of the oldest animals at the Singapore zoo. These species of tortoise are extremely close to extinction. The beautiful tortoise can be identified with its radiating black shell. Exclusive only to the forests of Myanmar, these cute creatures usually grow up to a size of 12 centimeter.

The Indian star tortoise is one of the most indegenious species of animals at the Singapore zoo. These categories of tortoise can be found in the Indian subcontinent. These categories of tortoise can be found in the red list and are prone to extinction. Their shells have a starry outer feature which makes it extremely distinct.

The red footed tortoise are extremely cute marine animals that have a brownish foot and grow upto a size of 30 cm. The tortoises are exclusive to the zones of South American jungles. These reptiles come in different colors like bright yellow, red and orange. The tortoise are good pets and can be found at many homes as well.

The radiated tortoise has one of the most beautiful looking shells with extraordinary star patterns that will leave you impressed with the beauty. They are native to regions of Southern Madagascar. The tortoises have an incredible lifespan of 188 years and grow upto a size of 41 cm in length.

The yellow footed tortoise are extremely cute marine animals that have a brownish foot and grow upto a size of 30 cm. The tortoises are exclusive to the zones of South American jungles. These reptiles come in different colors like bright yellow, red and orange. The tortoise are good pets and can be found at many homes as well.

The leopard tortoise is another extraordinary species that are exclusively found in South Africa. Their shell patterns are unique and have beautiful patterns which give them names. These Tortoises grow upto a size of 70 cm and can weigh upto 40 kgs. These are one of the largest tortoise species of the reptile family.

The greater mouse deer are usually small animals,which are exclusively found in Indonesia, Myanmar and in Thailand. These furry creatures are one of the cutest animals at the Singapore zoo. Its natural habitat is the tropical and subtropical forests. Watch them in their enclosures as they beckon to your call. They are extremely small and extend maximum upto a 75 centimeter only.

The siamang is one of the fantastic creatures at the treetops trail zone. These animals are large sized gibbons, and have thick black fur over their body. Their actions and lifestyle resembles humans a lot. Watch them spring up from one treetop to another, and learn great revelations about them in their enclosure. This is one of the most fun to watch animals at the Singapore zoo.

Native to the Malaysian island, the false gharial is another one of the most splendid predator animals at the singapore zoo. These gharitals grow upto 12 feet and feed on dead masses. Their long snout resembling an alligator is filled with teeth and thus is named so. Their swift movements in the water makes it a very clever predator.

The wild africa zoo consists of the most amusing singapore zoo animals. The African lion is a spectacular species that people from all across gather to take a glimpse of. This humongous creature, the king of the jungle, is a fantastic species that walks in its enclosure with all its pride and gratification.

The fossa is another splendid singapore zoo animal and is a must watch in the wild african zone. This species is endemic to Madagascar and its small structure should be mistaken for its otherwise extremely active and quirky lifestyle. The fossa is one of the hardest things to spot in its enclosures, because of its brown coat that matches with the background.

The fastest animal on land, the cheetah is another one of the most wonderful Singapore zoo animals. The cheetah belongs to the cat family and its running speed can go upto around 80 to 120 kilometers per hour. The cheetah and their distinct pattern on coats is a fabulous sight that you need to witness in the African enclosure.

The tall and splendid looking giraffe is another one of the most exquisite Singapore zoo animals. The giraffes are herbivores and their necks elongate upto unbelievable heights. The giraffes are native to Africa and their splendid pattern on the coat make it one of the most beautiful creatures to ever walk on earth.

The meerkats belong to the mongoose family and are identified by their large head, broad eyes and furry tails. Have a fun time spotting one of the most clever Singapore zoo animals as they run and hop in their enclosures confusing the watchers. They also belong to the African continent.

The river hog is another one of the most splendid Singapore zoo animals and is characterized by their red bodies resembling that of a guinea pig. They are usually found by swans and muddy areas. At the African wild zone you will have a closer look at them and learn about their lifestyle and distinct features.