For the first time in Singapore, visitors will be able to get up close and meet the elusive, prehistoric-looking Indian rhinoceros at Night Safari.The new feeding programme which opens for online public booking from 17 February features Newari, one of the two Indian rhinos that arrived on our sunny shores in April last year.
To get Newari ready for his debut at the exhibit’s feeding platform, Night Safari’s animal care team has been working with Newari for over six months. Of the two brothers, Newari is the bigger foodie and more comfortable around people, especially when it involves his favourite treat – carrots! Aside from the exciting chance to feed an Indian rhino, guests will also get to interact with the animal care team. Hear from Newari’s caretakers and learn more about this intriguing species through anecdotes and fun facts they have to share.
Guests can visit the Indian rhino habitat next to Night Safari’s East Lodge at 7.30pm on operating nights to participate in the feeding for a contribution of $10. All contributions from feeding sessions come with Conservation Included and will go into supporting conservation projects in Singapore and Southeast Asia. Feeding sessions must be booked online.
With limited slots available, book in advance and secure slots at bit.ly/NightSafari_IndianRhinoFeeding. The new feeding experience is also available to guests who sign up for Night Safari’s exclusive behind-the-scenes tour programme, Safari Adventure Tour, at www.mandai.com/en/night-safari/things-to-do/activities/tours.html.
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