Bird Paradise More birds to add to the Bird Paradise (Speculation/Fantasy)

Whenfrilledsharks

Whenfrilledsharks

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I think we can go with Ostrich, Rhea, some of most owl species like fishing owl and arctic owl, blue penguins, seeing raptors in their enclosure, maybe Marabou storks in the Heart of Africa enclosure, more bird of paradise species, more seabirds like puffins or oystercatchers.
 
Whenfrilledsharks said:
I think we can go with Ostrich, Rhea, some of most owl species like fishing owl and arctic owl, blue penguins, seeing raptors in their enclosure, maybe Marabou storks in the Heart of Africa enclosure, more bird of paradise species, more seabirds like puffins or oystercatchers.
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... most of these would either be difficult to acquire or harder to house in the walkthrough aviaries. Raptors will most likely prey on the smaller birds, we do not have space for shorebirds, Rhea would be difficult to also find space for, and the Blue Penguins would merit a dedicated area.
 
Zhao yun said:
... most of these would either be difficult to acquire or harder to house in the walkthrough aviaries. Raptors will most likely prey on the smaller birds, we do not have space for shorebirds, Rhea would be difficult to also find space for, and the Blue Penguins would merit a dedicated area.
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I see thks. Under Bird Paradise budget and habitats what aditional species can be added to the park.
 
Whenfrilledsharks said:
I think we can go with Ostrich, Rhea, some of most owl species like fishing owl and arctic owl, blue penguins, seeing raptors in their enclosure, maybe Marabou storks in the Heart of Africa enclosure, more bird of paradise species, more seabirds like puffins or oystercatchers.
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They do have buffy fish owls in Night Safari and in the Bird Paradise raptor show. 4 is quite a lot of bird of paradise species. Marabou storks are kept in the zoo

Jurong Bird Park did use to keep snowy owls. puffins, rheas and ostriches years ago. The return of puffins would be a pipe dream that'll never happen and doubt there's space in BP to bring the other 2 large ratites
 
U know Bird Paradise (used to be/is) called the "World Largest Hornbill Collection", with 11/18 out of all hornbill species in Jurong Bird park. So far on their official website, it says that they only have 7/18 all hornbill species. I wonder how we can get the remaining 11 species and restore Singapore to its glory and live up to its name. Any Suggestions?
 
U know Bird Paradise (used to be/is) called the "World Largest Hornbill Collection", with 18/62 out of all hornbill species in Jurong Bird park. So far on their official website, it says that they only have 18/62 all hornbill species. I wonder how we can get the remaining 44 species and restore Singapore to its glory and live up to its name. Any Suggestions?
 
Whenfrilledsharks said:
U know Bird Paradise (used to be/is) called the "World Largest Hornbill Collection", with 18/62 out of all hornbill species in Jurong Bird park. So far on their official website, it says that they only have 18/62 all hornbill species. I wonder how we can get the remaining 44 species and restore Singapore to its glory and live up to its name. Any Suggestions?
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There's more than 20 hornbill species at the park, last I recall 24 (although the White Crowned Hornbills are off display now I believe). I do know Jurong used to hold Helmeted and Bushy Crested, but that was a long time ago. Ignoring the costs and space needed, it's unlikely Bird Paradise will ever have all 62 species, given the absurd rarity of the Sulu Hornbill (estimated 40 left) and the fact that Helmeted Hornbills aren't found anywhere in captivity as far as I know, or at least under any credible organisations.

To be honest, I'd rather BP get a male Knobbed Hornbill on display, and their White Crowned Hornbills back for public viewing as well if possible. Also hope they can get the other two Rhinoceros Hornbill subspecies (B.r.borneoensis and B.r.rhinoceros) in the collection and on display.
 
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Whenfrilledsharks said:
I see thks. Under Bird Paradise budget and habitats what aditional species can be added to the park.
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The area where Bird Paradise currently sits is unlikely to be expanded further, which means no very huge developments is likely to take place. The park mainly focuses on Southeast Asian and more neotropical birds that is more suited to Singapore's climate. Puffins and oystercatchers are unlikely. Same with the Rhea. All owls will be for night safari. In this case, large budgets are not really what matters and more on what species are more suited for what Bird paradise is focusing on, plus how well these species can be introduced in the already established aviaries
 
Nadchew_ said:
The area where Bird Paradise currently sits is unlikely to be expanded further, which means no very huge developments is likely to take place. The park mainly focuses on Southeast Asian and more neotropical birds that is more suited to Singapore's climate
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Speaking of neotropical birds, is it feasible for hummingbirds to be displayed in current setups or with some minor upgrades?
 
honeybadger said:
Speaking of neotropical birds, is it feasible for hummingbirds to be displayed in current setups or with some minor upgrades?
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It's def a dream to have them back but after their last try w hummingbirds at the Jurong nor being sustainable, it is unlikely Mandai would want to dip their toes w them for now. Golden-headed Quetzal and Yellow-green Grosbeak are birds that were on the table for Amazonian Jewels, unsure if the plan is still going through
 
Hummingbirds are already difficult to care for in captivity and their specialised nectar diet make them harder to feed. They also don't have very long lifespans so they probably died off
 
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