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Mandai Wildlife Group

Monkey business leads to medical emergency for Mario, S’pore Zoo’s resident komodo dragon

The team had little choice but for Dr Heng to inserted his hand into Mario’s stomach.
The team had little choice but for Dr Heng to inserted his hand into Mario’s stomach.

Step into prehistoric and extreme worlds at Exploria, Mandai’s new multimedia attraction

ST20260223_202610200686 Kua Chee Siong/ pixexploria23/ 

?The Planet Awakens?, Exploria?s signature light show spectacle at Our Interconnected World, welcomes visitors as they begin their discovery through the different worlds.

The Mandai Wildlife Reserve launches Exploria, Southeast Asia?s largest indoor, nature-themed multimedia attraction at the Green Canvas, Mandai Wildlife East, on Feb 23, 2026. 

Spanning 10,000 sqm, Exploria consists of five immersive worlds?Realm of the Giants, World of Darkness, Extreme Frontiers, Infinite Wonderland and Micro Worlds.

Through digital projections and interactive spaces across five imaginative worlds, Exploria is designed to transport visitors into nature's most extraordinary environments from high-altitude landscapes to the tiniest ecosystems. 

Visitors can discover how animals live in extreme conditions, learn about the delicate balance of ecosystems, and even get up close to nature?s smallest inhabitants ? like bees in their hives ? all in a way that would be otherwise inaccessible.

Exploria reveals nature?s hidden marvels, showing how life forms and ecosystems are interconnected beyond what can be seen outdoors.
ST20260223_202610200686 Kua Chee Siong/ pixexploria23/ 

?The Planet Awakens?, Exploria?s signature light show spectacle at Our Interconnected World, welcomes visitors as they begin their discovery through the different worlds.

The Mandai Wildlife Reserve launches Exploria, Southeast Asia?s largest indoor, nature-themed multimedia attraction at the Green Canvas, Mandai Wildlife East, on Feb 23, 2026. 

Spanning 10,000 sqm, Exploria consists of five immersive worlds?Realm of the Giants, World of Darkness, Extreme Frontiers, Infinite Wonderland and Micro Worlds.

Through digital projections and interactive spaces across five imaginative worlds, Exploria is designed to transport visitors into nature's most extraordinary environments from high-altitude landscapes to the tiniest ecosystems. 

Visitors can discover how animals live in extreme conditions, learn about the delicate balance of ecosystems, and even get up close to nature?s smallest inhabitants ? like bees in their hives ? all in a way that would be otherwise inaccessible.

Exploria reveals nature?s hidden marvels, showing how life forms and ecosystems are interconnected beyond what can be seen outdoors.

Baby bonanza: About 1,000 animals born across S’pore’s wildlife parks in 2025

Gentoo penguins Riki and Peach welcomed their third chick in two years at the Ocean Network Express Penguin Cove.
Gentoo penguins Riki and Peach welcomed their third chick in two years at the Ocean Network Express Penguin Cove.

Rare Sri Lankan leopard gives birth to 3 cubs in Singapore Zoo

The Sri Lankan leopard cubs can be seen through a live cam at the zoo's leopard exhibit.
The Sri Lankan leopard cubs can be seen through a live cam at the zoo's leopard exhibit.

Rare Himalayan vulture found in Kranji put down after health worsened: Mandai Wildlife Group

A file photo of a Himalayan vulture. The bird was found in the Kranji area and rescued by National Parks Board (NParks) on Jan 3.
A file photo of a Himalayan vulture. The bird was found in the Kranji area and rescued by National Parks Board (NParks) on Jan 3.

Two baby capybaras born in Mandai, the first in 10 years

Two capybara babies – the first in 10 years – were born at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve on Jan 4.
Two capybara babies – the first in 10 years – were born at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve on Jan 4.

Zoo vaccination efforts don’t target every animal, but focus on rare, disease-prone species: Experts

Vaccination being carried out at Pairi Daiza (Belgian zoo) with Ceva Wildlife Research Fund.
Vaccination being carried out at Pairi Daiza (Belgian zoo) with Ceva Wildlife Research Fund.

Some birds in Mandai Wildlife Reserve to be vaccinated against deadly bird flu in pilot

The brahminy kite (left) and the critically endangered white-backed vulture could be among the bird species to be vaccinated.
The brahminy kite (left) and the critically endangered white-backed vulture could be among the bird species to be vaccinated.

No baby news: Giant panda Jia Jia not pregnant after natural mating, artificial insemination

Mandai Wildlife Group's animal care and veterinary teams were kept in suspense as Jia Jia had exhibited several signs associated with pregnancy.
Mandai Wildlife Group's animal care and veterinary teams were kept in suspense as Jia Jia had exhibited several signs associated with pregnancy.

Fun With Kids

Holiday fun: Check out Curiosity Cove and Airzone, and snap photos with Baby Shark and Mickey Mouse

(Clockwise from top left) Curiosity Cove at Mandai Wildlife Reserve, Airzone at City Square mall, Pinkfong & Baby Shark free stage show and Disney-themed festivities at Changi Airport and Jewel.
(Clockwise from top left) Curiosity Cove at Mandai Wildlife Reserve, Airzone at City Square mall, Pinkfong & Baby Shark free stage show and Disney-themed festivities at Changi Airport and Jewel.

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