Gen Z is increasingly taking an interest in birdwatching, turning to nature as a way to unwind and explore Singapore’s biodiversity and connect with like-minded enthusiasts.

Social media, online bird-sighting communities and more accessible photography equipment have also made it easier for young people to pick up the hobby and share their discoveries.

So why are more young people taking up birdwatching and what is drawing Gen Z to a hobby traditionally associated with older generations?

On The Agenda, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Raghav Narayanswamy, Vice President of the Bird Society of Singapore, who first took up birdwatching at the age of 13, on why the hobby is gaining traction among his generation.

Gen Z is increasingly taking an interest in birdwatching, turning to nature as a way to unwind and explore Singapore&rsquo;s biodiversity and connect with like-minded enthusiasts.
Social media, online bird-sighting communities and more accessible photography equipment have also made it easier for young people to pick up the hobby and share their discoveries.
So why are more young people taking up birdwatching and what is drawing Gen Z to a hobby traditionally associated with older generations?
On The Agenda, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Raghav Narayanswamy, Vice President of the Bird Society of Singapore, who first took up birdwatching at the age of 13, on why the hobby is gaining traction among his generation.

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Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4&ndash;8pm drive companion, guiding you through the day&rsquo;s biggest headlines, trending conversations and the issues shaping Singapore and the world.
From news and current affairs to lifestyle insights and generational perspectives, the show helps you make sense of what&rsquo;s happening &mdash; with clarity, context and a touch of personality.
Whether you&rsquo;re catching up after a long day or tuning in on the move, Your Way Home keeps you informed, engaged and connected &mdash; all the way home.
And she closes the day with a song that says it all.