A Comprehensive Guide to the Animals and Zones at Bird Paradise

The Bird Paradise is known to be one of the largest bird parks in Asia and is located in Mandai, Singapore. This park is an aviary and it exists in place of the Jurong Bird Park. This is also a part of the Singapore Zoo, Night Safari and even the River Wonders. There are more than 3000 birds and they hail from as many as 400 types of bird species. While in the park, you can check out the different animals and zones at Bird Paradise that are made to resemble the native settings of some of the most unique birds in the world, right from Australia to even the forests of South East Asia. 

Even when you’re amidst the Bird Paradise Zones and Animals, you can even check out the events that can take you up close and personal with a lot of birds, particularly through different types of performances. To make the best of your time while checking out the Bird Paradise’s zones and animals, we recommend booking the entry passes well in advance. This will guarantee you an entry into the park and will also come in handy to help you skip the waiting queue, if any. Once you enter, you will immerse yourself into the natural habitat of these Animals and Zones at Bird Paradise and learn more about them, so it is a place that should not be missed.

Zones

Shaw Foundation Australian Outback
Shaw Foundation Australian Outback

This is a zone filled with Eucalyptus trees and is also a home to almost 30 bird species from Australia like giant emus, tawny frogmouths, and the laughing kookaburras. This zone is sure to excite all of your senses, right from scent to sight. When in this zone, don’t forget to observe the birds scattering their feathers, squabble in high pitch and share a meal.


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Nyungwe Forest Heart Of Africa
Nyungwe Forest Heart Of Africa

As the name suggests, the zone is modelled to resemble the forests of Africa. During the construction of this aviary, the trees in this zone have been preserved to accommodate up to 80 different types of bird species. The first is built to resemble different types of layers and is great for getting a glimpse of grey parrots and the turacos.


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Hong Leong Foundation Crimson Wetlands
Hong Leong Foundation Crimson Wetlands

The Hong Leong Foundation Crimson Wetlands is inspired from the wetlands of Latin America- the popular thriving spot for birds like ibises and American Flamingos. This zone is nothing less than a place to admire the diverse flora and fauna like reeds and water lilies. This zone also has the tallest waterfall in the Bird Paradise.


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Kuok Group Wings of Asia
Kuok Group Wings of Asia

There is nothing like experiencing the tranquillity of the bamboo groves of Bali and this zone is a testimony. This zone replicates the rice terrace to show how birds adapt and thrive in this habitat. There are up to 30 species of birds and it is great for taking a stroll and admiring the different types of birds like Baer’s Pochard and the black-faced-spoonbill.

Mysterious Papua
Mysterious Papua

The flora and fauna of Papua New Guinea is always a mystery and this zone seeks to dive deep into it. The zone resembles a rainforest where different types of birds coexist peacefully. The zone architecture resembles the houses of the native Korowai tribe and is great for spotting birds like the Nicobar Pigeons and the palm cockatoos.

Ocean Network Express Penguin Cove
Ocean Network Express Penguin Cove

This is your chance to get a glimpse of the world’s second largest penguin that can swim seamlessly when in water. The zone is made such that these birds can thrive comfortably and it resembles the south pole. There is also a kelp forest with an underwater setting and is a great spot to spot some penguins.

Songs of the Forest
Songs of the Forest

This is your one stop destination to check out birds from South East Asia, like the Bali mynah, star headed bulbul, and even the Asian starlings. These birds are known to be melodious and chirping together is nothing less than a musical performance. This is also the place to learn more about how these bird species are on the verge of being threatened and how the park is protecting them.

Animals

American Flamingo
American Flamingo

Flamingos are known for their distinct pink or red look,thanks to the algae they eat. They have a lifespan of up to 40 to 60 years and are native to the CaribbeanIslands. Most of the time, their habitat includes alkaline waters and they rely on aquatic invertebrates like algae for their diet. Flamingos are tall and they stand on one leg and are excellent swimmers as well.

Bali Myna
Bali Myna

This bird is endemic to Bali and cannot be found anywhere else in the world. It is white in colour and has a contrasting blue eye. This is also a songbird and a victim of constant poaching.Thanks to the efforts of Bird PAradise, the number of birds have increased, along with their lifespan from as low as 7 years to 25 years.

Common Emu
Common Emu

The Common Emu is a flightless bird and is known for running at speeds going all the way up to 50 kilometres per hour. Its legs are so strong that it can deliver powerful kicks and inflict deep wounds using its claws. This bird is native to Australia and has a lifespan of up to 35 years when in human care, particularly in the bird paradise.

Gentoo Penguin
Gentoo Penguin

This bird takes pride in being one of the fastest underwater birds.When underwater, they can swim up to 36 kilometres per hour,thanks to their powerful flippers and long tail that resembles a rudder. They are native to the south pole, particularly the Antarctic Peninsula and have a lifespan of up to 30 years.

Golden-shouldered Parrot
Golden-shouldered Parrot

The Golden Shouldered Parrot is known as the ant bed parrot as it thrives in mounds that resemble the ones built by termites. This is one of the most endangered parrots of Australia and there are hardly a thousand of them left now. Their Lifespan is up to 15 years and they mostly thrive in the Savannah type of regions.

Great Argus
Great Argus

This bird is related to the peafowl bird species and are known for their long tail feathers. Their name comes from Argus, the hundred eyed god from Greek mythology. These birds are known to spend their life in isolation and come in contact with their female counterparts only during the mating season.

The Grey Parrot
The Grey Parrot

Out of all the types of parrots in the world, the grey parrots are probably the only ones that can mimic the human voice as closely as possible. They can speak a vocabulary of up to 100 words and can even list numbers as well. They live as long as 40 years and mostly live in mangroves, forests, and swamps.

The King Penguins
The King Penguins

This is the second tallest penguin species after the great emperor penguin with a height of up to 1 metre. They are excellent swimmers and can dive as deep as 100 metres to catch fish and bioluminescent lanternfish. They are native to the south pole and the Antarctic Peninsula and can live as long as 40 years.

The Laughing Kookaburra
The Laughing Kookaburra

The laughing Kookaburras are native toAustralia and are famous for their laughter. This bird’s melodious sound is known to echo the forestsofEastern Australia, especially during dawn to dusk. They are also one of the largest kingfishers, but they feed on small land animals like reptiles, rodents, and insects. 

The Lesser Flamingo
The Lesser Flamingo

There are six species of flamingos, and out of them,this is the smallest. They live in large numbers, particularly in flocks and are active in dawn and dusk times.They live as long as 30 years, feed on algae, and even thrive in places like lakes and coastal lagoons.

FAQ’s About Bird Paradise Singapore

How many birds are there in Bird Paradise Singapore?

    Out of 400 species in Singapore's avian haven, up to 30 percent of the birds are introduced by humans, making the Bird Paradise animals a fascinating mix of native and non-native species. Some of the birds here include pelicans, flamingos, and even emus. In fact, Bird Paradise Singapore boasts a population of up to 3500 birds, out of which 24% of them are threatened species.

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