Elephant Stampede
The exhibition traces the evolution of mammoths to elephants, the shrinking of elephant habitats, and factors that have caused the reduction in elephant populations. Visitors can engage in interactive exhibits to differentiate African and Asian elephants, as well as learn fun facts about elephants. The exhibition highlights the symbolism, meaning and significance of elephants in Asia, and concludes with what humans should do to help the Asian elephants. In addition, a collection of a tusk, molar and baby elephant skull are on loan from the Raffles Museum of Biodiversity Research, National University of Singapore.
Visitors can view an elephant uniquely designed with postage stamps. Named “Baby Emily”, it was created by Mr Sun Yu-li, a local sculptor and artist.
This exhibition is held in conjunction with Elephant Parade Singapore 2011. Baby Emily, together with 161 other elephants, was auctioned on 14 January 2012. Part of the proceeds is donated to The Asian Elephant Foundation, the main beneficiary of Elephant Parade, and to Wildlife Reserves Singapore Conservation Fund. Baby Emily is on display at SPM. It is on loan from the new owner, Ms Sri Prihadi.
