The otters of Singapore — and other unexpected wildlife thriving in cities | Philip Johns

2024/10/5

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Philip Johns describes the surprising coexistence of wildlife and skyscrapers in Singapore. He focuses on the return of otters, highlighting their disappearance due to pollution and their comeback after successful cleanup efforts.

Singapore's urban environment supports diverse wildlife.
Otters disappeared from Singapore due to water pollution.
Cleanup efforts led to the return of otters and other wildlife.

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Animal behavior expert Philip Johns introduces us to the vibrant urban environments of Singapore, where city dwellers and skyscrapers coexist with a rich array of other species, including otters, hornbills and lizards — prompting the question: Can we design cities to be wildlife refuges?

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The otters of Singapore — and other unexpected wildlife thriving in cities | Philip Johns