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NATIVE WILDLIFE RESCUE ROUND UP: 08 APRIL 2016

1. (TOP ROW) One evening, we received a call from a kind and concerned family about a missing nest of a White-bellied sea eagle couple, that her family has been observing for days from their condo unit across the road. When our team visited it was too dark and understood that the access into the forests across the road was difficult. We revisited the next morning and thanks to our patient and persistent rescue officers who searched for over an hour until they found the exact tree and the huge fallen nest on the forest floor with Snowflake, the chick who was still alive! Unlike our other reunions, we will not be able to rebuild such a huge nest and place the nest up several meters above the ground on to the canopy, as it would require a lot of equipment to go into the forest.

Our thanks go to the sharp eyes of the caller�s family and to the Jurong Bird Park for taking in Snowflake for rehabilitation.

2. (BOTTOM LEFT) It was 2 am in the morning when we received a call about a reticulated python on the pavement beside a MRT station. There was construction work going on, limiting access to drains for such a fully grown python. Our caller waited for us patiently and was enthusiastic about helping the python find a way out of the place back to his/her habitat. He also took a selfie happily when we were handling the snake, and shared with us. We were amused by that during the wee hours, so we are sharing with you!

3. (BOTTOM RIGHT) Many of you may be aware of the recent case of an otter pup with fish hook. It is a horrible and painful experience for the pup and also to his/her family. We were relieved to learn the update that the hook is off the pup, as a rescue operation would have been very stressful to the pup and the family. We were unable to spot the pup during our visit, but we are very grateful to the otter watching community and the concerned members of public who have been keeping a look out constantly. The same week, we were alerted to a mynah dangling from a tree branch but immobile. Unfortunately the mynah was dead upon arrival from entanglement with fishing line and hook to the mouth.

Please say no to illegal fishing in our canals and waterways which results in pain and suffering to our wildlife. If you see illegal fishing activities, please report to PUB at 1800 2255 782 and to NParks at 1800 471 7300 (if within parks and reserves).

Have a good weekend everyone!

If you see any wild animal in need of help, please remember to call our 24-hr wildlife rescue hotline 9783 7782.

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ACRES (Animal Concerns Research & Education Society) is a pioneering Singapore-based charity and Institution of Public Character, founded by Singaporeans in 2001 with the aim of promoting animal welfare.

ACRES has six focus areas: Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation, Wildlife Crime Investigation, Zoo Animal Welfare, Humane Education, Community Outreach and Promoting Cruelty-Free Living.

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