Kranji Marshes
North West
Kranji Marshes is a unique nature reserve located in the northwestern region of Singapore, encompassing 54 hectares of freshwater marshland, woodland, and wetlands. This area was formed by the damming of the Kranji River to create the Kranji Reservoir, resulting in a vital habitat for a wide variety of flora and fauna. Recognized for its ecological importance, the Nature Society Singapore proposed its conservation in 1990, leading to its inclusion in the Singapore Green Plan 1993. The marshes are especially significant for bird conservation, hosting at least 170 bird species, including several endangered ones. The Nature Society Singapore adopted the wetlands in 2008 and collaborated with PUB and NParks on a restoration program. Officially designated as Kranji Marshes Park in 2005, it was opened to the public in February 2016. The reserve offers a peaceful natural environment for birdwatching and nature walks, accessible primarily by car, bike, or the hourly Kranji Express shuttle. Its combination of freshwater marsh, woodland, and wetland ecosystems makes it an important green lung and biodiversity hotspot within Singapore's urban landscape.
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Astuce: Visitors are advised to visit during daylight hours to maximize birdwatching opportunities. Access is limited to car, bike, or the Kranji Express shuttle bus, which runs hourly from noon to 5 pm. It is recommended to check transportation schedules ahead and prepare for outdoor walking with suitable footwear and insect repellent. No specific ticketing is required, but supporting conservation efforts through donations or volunteering is encouraged.
Faits intéressants
- •Kranji Marshes covers 54 hectares of freshwater marshland and woodland.
- •At least 170 bird species have been recorded in the reserve, including endangered birds.
- •The marshes were formed by damming the Kranji River to create the Kranji Reservoir.
- •Nature Society Singapore adopted the wetlands in 2008 and led restoration programs in collaboration with PUB and NParks.
- •The park was officially opened to the public on 1 February 2016.
Histoire
The Kranji Marshes originated from the damming of the Kranji River to form the Kranji Reservoir, which created the freshwater marshland habitat.
In 1990, the Nature Society Singapore recognized its ecological value and proposed its conservation, which was adopted in the Singapore Green Plan 1993.
The area was officially categorized as a park in 2005 and opened to the public in 2016 after restoration efforts led by the Nature Society Singapore in partnership with PUB and NParks.
Over the decades, it has evolved from a reservoir catchment area into a vital wetland ecosystem supporting endangered bird species.
Contact
Téléphone: 6794 1401