The pair of white lions relocated to the Night Safari at the end of last year; the male white lion named Sipho means "gift" in African languages, while the female white lion named Mandisa means "sweet". The two white lions presented a "sweet gift" to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Night Safari. In addition to this pair of lions, the Chimelong Safari Park in Panyu also exchanged their rare species, the Malayan tapir, with the Night Safari.
Apart from primates, 90% of tropical mammals are adapted to nocturnal life, making nighttime observation a unique experience. Furthermore, due to the lack of nighttime attractions in Singapore in the late 1980s and early 1990s, the concept of a Night Safari was born. Over the subsequent 20 years, the Night Safari has become a must-visit popular attraction for international tourists, thanks to its immersive wildlife experience.
Currently, within the 35-hectare expanse of the Night Safari, over 2,500 animals of more than 130 species are raised, of which 38% are endangered species.
According to the Chairperson of the Singapore Wildlife Conservation Group, Zhang Qi'e, the Night Safari has always prioritized international space standards for wild animals in captivity, ensuring that rare animals within the zoo have ample space for activity. Additionally, as the parent company of Singapore's four major zoos, including the Night Safari, the Wildlife Conservation Group frequently invites experts and advisory teams from around the world for exchanges and learning to better understand the living habits of rare species and provide them with more scientific and meticulous care.
