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      <description>Join me on an exciting virtual tour of the Wallace Trail, where we&#39;ll explore the rich biodiversity that inspired naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace during his time in Singapore!</description>
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      <pubDate>2025-04-13 16:21:21 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Welcome to Wallace Trail</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Hello everyone! As your local Science teacher from Singapore, I'm excited to take you on this virtual journey along the Wallace Trail. This 1.2km trail at Kent Ridge Park honors Alfred Russel Wallace, who conducted extensive research here from 1854 to 1862. His work contributed significantly to our understanding of evolution and biogeography.]]></description>
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         <title>The Majestic Tembusu Tree</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[One of our trail's highlights is the ancient Tembusu tree (Fagraea fragrans). These heritage trees can grow up to 40m tall and are known for their distinctive deep fissured bark and cream-colored flowers that emit a sweet fragrance in the evening.]]></description>
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         <title>Singapore Rhododendron</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Keep an eye out for the beautiful Singapore Rhododendron (Melastoma malabathricum). This native shrub produces stunning purple flowers and was one of Wallace's documented species. The berries are edible and were traditionally used in local medicine.]]></description>
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         <title>Wallace&#39;s Flying Frog</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Although rare, we might spot the famous Wallace's Flying Frog (Rhacophorus nigropalmatus)! This remarkable amphibian can glide up to 15 meters using the webbing between its fingers and toes. Wallace himself was fascinated by this species during his expeditions.]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-04-13 16:21:23 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Common Sun Bird</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[The Common Sun Bird (Anthreptes malacensis) is frequently seen along our trail. These small, colorful birds are similar to hummingbirds and play a crucial role in pollination. Watch them hover around flowers, using their curved beaks to drink nectar!]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-04-13 16:21:24 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>360° Virtual Experience</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Take a immersive virtual walk through the Wallace Trail! This 360° tour allows you to explore the trail's key points and observe the surrounding biodiversity from every angle. Perfect for our virtual field trip!]]></description>
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         <title>Wallace Education Center</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[At the Wallace Education Center, we can learn more about the scientific contributions of A.R. Wallace through interactive displays and educational materials. Don't miss the specimen collection showcasing the incredible biodiversity he documented!]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-04-13 16:21:31 UTC</pubDate>
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