Nature Society Singapore

Straw-headed Bulbul Public Perception Surveys
2025-10-13 - 2025-12-14 | Various, Singapore
Volunteer Call Out: We Need Straw-headed Bulbul Public Perception Surveyors!
Co-chaired by NParks and Nature Society Singapore (NSS), the Straw-headed Bulbul Working Group drives the National Species Action Plan to protect one of the world’s most threatened songbirds. We need volunteers to gather insights on public awareness of the Straw-headed Bulbul (SHB). Your contribution will support conservation actions to ensure this iconic bird continues to thrive for generations to come.

Straw-headed Bulbul Public Perception Surveyor
Your role will involve:

– Conducting in-person surveys with members of the public at selected parks, nature parks, and nature reserves.
– Ensuring the successful submission of completed responses.
– Familiarising and adhering to survey protocol to ensure consistency and accuracy of data collected.

Qualifications
We are looking for volunteers who:

– Are comfortable interacting with diverse groups of people.
– Possess verbal communication skills.
– Comfortable with working in outdoor conditions.

No prior experience is needed.

Survey Resources
Volunteers will be contacted by email with resources and instructions to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed for the role.

Materials will cover:
– The aims of the survey and its role in conservation.
– The survey questionnaire and protocol.
– Guidance on engaging with the public effectively and respectfully.
– Safety considerations while conducting surveys in nature spaces.
– Resources for conducting surveys

Commitment
Surveys will run until Dec 2025, with flexible sessions you can join based on your availability.
Each volunteer is expected to complete a minimum of 10 surveys during this survey period (each survey takes approx 5-10mins)
Join Us Today!
If you want to play a part in shaping the future of the Straw-headed Bulbul, please register your interest at:
https://tinyurl.com/SHBPublicPerceptionSurveyor
Closing Date: 16 November, Sunday
Enquires
For enquiries, please contact Shreeyaa Subra at shreeyaa@nss.org.sg

NSS 18th Raptor Watch
2025-11-02 10:00 - 13:00 (Asia/Shanghai)
Open to The Public
Last year we counted 664 raptors of 13 species. What raptors will show up this year? Let’s find out together on our 18th Raptor Watch!
Registration and Enquires:
Please contact the following site leaders for the exact location:

Kent Ridge Park

Alan OwYong – alan.owyong@gmail.com

Lorong Halus Wetlands

Tan Kok Hui – kokhuitan@yahoo.co.uk

Telok Blangah Hill Park

Veronica Foo – veronfoo@gmail.com

Jurong Lake Gardens

Yap Wee Jin – birdstalker5@gmail.com

Tuas South

Tan Gim Cheong – gimccheong345@gmail.com

Ubin – due to space constraints, this location will be counted by NParks & their volunteers
