Singapore Post (SingPost) has launched a new stamp series featuring four critically endangered animal species native to Singapore. This initiative, announced on 8 September, is part of SingPost’s ongoing efforts to raise awareness about local biodiversity. The stamp set follows a similar release focusing on Singapore’s endangered flora earlier this year.
The featured species include the Malayan horned frog, known for its unique appearance and reliance on dwindling forest habitats; the Harlequin butterfly, which faces threats from habitat destruction; the Spoon-billed sandpiper, a migratory bird at risk due to loss of stopover sites; and the Large flying fox, a fruit bat threatened by habitat degradation and hunting.
The designs were developed in collaboration with the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum (LKCNHM). Associate Professor Darren Yeo, head of LKCNHM, emphasised the stamps’ role in symbolising Singapore’s natural heritage. Neo Su Yin, SingPost’s Group Chief Operating Officer, stated, “By celebrating these critically endangered native species, we aim not only to raise awareness but also to inspire lasting appreciation of Singapore’s unique biodiversity.”
The stamps will be officially released on 19 September and are available for preorder at a symposium hosted by LKCNHM on 6 September. They can be purchased at post offices, Philatelic Stores, and online.
SingPost, a leading postal and eCommerce logistics provider in Asia Pacific, continues to integrate sustainability into its operations, engaging the community to support conservation efforts.
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