Updates On 29th May 2015
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May 29, 2015 
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NATIVE WILDLIFE RESCUE: SCAR HAS A SMOOTH JOURNEY HOME!
Scar is an Asiatic soft-shelled turtle who was found along Changi beach in April 2015. Asiatic soft-shelled turtles are a native freshwater species and are not known to cope well in the marine environment. We would like to thank the NParks officers at Changi beach for calling us to help the stranded turtle. Scar had severely infected, bleeding wounds on her neck, top and bottom shell at the time of rescue.
Scar was kept under critical care at the ACRES Wildlife Rescue Centre, to ensure that her wounds were kept clean during treatment. This is rather difficult for such semi-aquatic turtles who need water for hydration, feeding and defecation. With the infection, her water needed to be changed daily to speed up her recovery. Thanks to our animal care team, Scar was provided all the necessary care and proper nutrition. Over the period of one month, Scars skin condition improved tremendously and she started eating well.
We are glad to update you with the fantastic news that Scar was released back into the wild this week!
Our heartfelt thanks to the National Parks Board for approving and assisting with giving a second chance to Scar, to continue her journey back in Singapores wild places! We wish Scar all the best!
Do remember to call the ACRES 24-hour Wildlife Rescue Hotline at 97837782 if you spot any wild animal in Singapore who may need some help.
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