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Jurong Bird Park

Jurong Bird ParkJurong Bird Park is a tourist attraction in Singapore managed by Wildlife Reserves Singapore. It is a landscaped park, built on the western slope of Jurong Hill. It is located within the Boon Lay Planning Area of the Jurong district and has an area of 202,000 square metres.

Flemingos At Jurong Bird ParkThe Jurong Bird Park is now a world-famous bird zoo wherein there are specimens of magnificent bird life from around the world, including a flock of one thousand and one flamingos. It is currently the world's largest bird park in terms of number of birds and second largest in terms of land. There are over 8,000 birds of 600 species in the Jurong Bird Park. Of those, 29 are of endangered species.

There are many daily shows held at the park. In the Birds Of Prey show, visitors can watch bird of prey such as eagles, hawks and falcons, which will fly in aerial loops and soar above the treetops. Visitors will also learn about falconry as these birds are put through their actions in a simulated hunt. The Birds and Buddies show showcases a large number of species of performing birds in a single act. Besides highlighting the antics of talented birds like the mimicking cockatoos, this show is also a window for visitors to the natural behavior of birds like pelicans, flamingos and hornbills.

Getting There

Visitors can take taxi from any part of Singapore. Those who prefer to take public transport, the nearest MRT station is Boon Lay. Then take the connecting metro bus from the Boon Lay Bus Interchange. The Jurong Bird Park is open during the day time from 8AM to 6PM.

Tips for Travelers

Visitors interested in animal and bird life can buy combo tickets for the bird park, zoo and night safari. The park provides transportation between the zoo/night safari and the bird park.