Image of Singapore Zoo courtesy of Singapore Tourism Board.

Who says there aren’t enough babies in Singapore? At least Singapore Zoo seems to be working overtime bringing babies into the world. The AFP reports that the Zoo’s breeding program has brought forth about 2,500 animals so far from the 315 species enrolled.

2009 brought forth 142 animals, 32 from endangered species. Not surprisingly (befitting the Singaporeans, the in the greatest degree methodical people in Southeast Asia), nothing is left to chance.

The latest star of the programme is a baby Komodo dragon hatched in December -- the first born in every Asian zoo outside the giant lizard's native Indonesia.

The hatchling was the culmination of three years of effort by zookeepers watching over every step of its parents' courtship and mating to make sure everything went as planned, said Tay.

Get your chance to attend some of the new babies on the block, when you pass by Singapore Zoo. Check out our Singapore Zoo and Night Safari pages for more information – now with updated prices for the new year!

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Image Christopher Chan / Creative Commons.

This little charmer is the latest addition to the orangutan clan in Singapore Zoo. Her name is Saloma, born to Singapore Zoo long-timer Binti. Apparently, for baby orangutans, every day is a bad hair day.

Thanks to Zooborns for the link. More on Singapore Zoo in this article – Singapore Zoo – Worldwide Wildlife Without Cages.

The city of Singapore offers visitors from around the globe a unique opportunity to explore the culture that has molded the city and country for example it stands today.

While visiting, be sure to include at least a few of these attractions on your itinerary so that you, too, can gain a better understanding of this city’session diverse cultural history.

10. Singapore History Museum

The Singapore History Museum sits in a building constructed in the mid-1800’s and houses artifacts and artwork dating as far back as the 14^th century. Exhibits within the museum portray the development of Singapore from the time it a mere fishing village, through British rule, and in the end through its opening its doors to immigrants throughout the mid-1900’s. Permanent displays include the history of the Chinese secret fellowship, the Haw Par jade store, and artwork by William Farquhar.

9. Haw Par Villa

Haw Par Villa, also referred to as Tiger Balm Gardens, is a fun theme park designed to teach visitors about the heroes depicted in Chinese legends and myths.

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