9 Jul (Sat): Talk on "Sponges in Singapore waters"

The National Geographic Store is collaborating with NParks to offer educational talks on local conservation, biodiversity and wildlife. There will also be an exhibition on the biodiversity in Singapore.

What are sponges? The speaker will tell you how sponges rank among the oddest and most fascinating animals in the world. Yes, sponges are animals! The sponges in your kitchen and bathroom are actually their skeletons! What are the other kinds of sponges that can be found in Singapore waters, where are they and just how many are there? The speaker will share with you his discoveries from two years of searching and identification of sponges in Singapore waters.

Mr Lim Swee Cheng (Research Assistant, Tropical Marine Science Institute, NUS) gives this talk.

Time: 2.30-3pm
Venue: National Geographic Store #01-19 VivoCity, 1 HarbourFront Walk, Singapore
Website and contact: http://www.nparks.gov.sg/