A new range of animal handling equipment coming soon!
When requsting to buy any wildlife handling equipment, please be mindful of the Wildlife Act, Singapore. This inhibits any person from intentionally feeding, killing, trapping, taking or keeping of wildlife within Singapore. To read the full Wildlife Act, please click here.
We have seen this bugger around everywhere. They multiply quickly, feed on our food scraps and nest on building ledges, especially near our warm air conditioner compressors
image from SHIN MIN DAILY NEWS READER
Crows can get aggressive and they are an invasive species. They roost in trees and cause a lot of unpleasant noise in the vicinity. They often attack when they feel threatened, especially when with their young. This can harrass and causes problems for urban residents.
Starlings are normally an agricultural pest for crops, however, when gathered in flcoks in cities, their bird poop causes a problem. Not only does roofs and floors get stained but their poop risks diseases as they are a good medium for pathogenic fungi.
Common Mynahs and Javan Mynahs are an extrememly invasive species. For Common Mynahs, they are distinguished with a bright orange eye patch that the Javan Mynahs do not have. Both species tend to roost on our trees, creating a lot of noise and destroying property with their droppings. Improper food disposals and rubbish bins also attract these birds where they scavage on food scraps left behind.
photo taken from THE STRAITS TIMES
Sparrows, though adorable and small, can cause problems especially to the food industry and warehouses. Their droppings can contaminate and destroy food and packaging.
Like most wild animals, bats are shy. You are advised to leave bats alone. They will fly away after they have done feeding. If you do come into contact with the bats, you should practise good hygiene by thoroughly washing your hands with soap.
If you require help to remove any wildlife that has entered into your compound, please immediately call
Do note that in accordance to the Wildlife Act, Singapore, members of the public are prohibited to trap wildlife animals.
If you encounter a snake, try your best to remain calm! Do not attempt to confront the snake or attack it with a broom or sitck. Do keep your distance and ensure that children and pets are kept away from the area. The snake may try to look for a dark and secure area and you should observe to see where it hides, so that it can be removed by professionals.
If you require help to remove any wildlife that has entered into your compound, please immediately call
Do note that in accordance to the Wildlife Act, Singapore, members of the public are prohibited to trap wildlife animals.
With a lack of natural predators, the wild boar population has increased rapidly and may decrease local biodiversity. When encountered, move slowly away and keep a safe distance. If you see young piglets, do leave them alone. They are potentially more dangerous as adults nearby may attempt to defend their young.
If you require help to remove any wildlife that has entered into your compound, please immediately call
Do note that in accordance to the Wildlife Act, Singapore, members of the public are prohibited to trap wildlife animals.
Like most wild animals, monitor lizards are usually shy and will not attack unless provoked. When encountering one, do not attempt to touch, chase or trap them yourselves.
If you require help to remove any wildlife that has entered into your compound, please immediately call
Do note that in accordance to the Wildlife Act, Singapore, members of the public are prohibited to trap wildlife animals.
Contrary to the name, Civet Cats are not cats, rather they are more closely related to mongooses. Civets are nocturnal animals that tend to be very shy and prefer being on higher grounds. When provoked, they will attack in order to protect themselves. You can observe them but do not approach them.
If you require help to remove any wildlife that has entered into your compound, please immediately call
Do note that in accordance to the Wildlife Act, Singapore, members of the public are prohibited to trap wildlife animals.
photo by: Richard Seah
Estuarine Crocodiles are internationally classified as endangered due to the destruction of its habitats. When encountered, STAY CALM and back away slowly. DO NOT attempt to approach, provoke or feed the animal.
If you require help to remove any wildlife that has entered into your compound, please immediately call
Do note that in accordance to the Wildlife Act, Singapore, members of the public are prohibited to trap wildlife animals.
photo by: Mark Stoop
While listed as critically endangered in Singapore, sightings have been reported increasingly often over the years. Although they appear adorable, they often trespass into people's homes hunting fishes in ponds or stealing food. When encountered, DO NOT touch, chase or corner the otters. Going too close to the otters may frighten them.
If you require help to remove any wildlife that has entered into your compound, please immediately call
Do note that in accordance to the Wildlife Act, Singapore, members of the public are prohibited to trap wildlife animals.
Wild dogs often roam freely within Singapore. They are usually found in packs and face various hazards like traffic, starvation, and disease. The Trap-Neuter-Release-Manage programme involves humanely catching stray dogs and sterilising them. Efforts will be made to rehome as many of the sterilised animals as possible.
When encountered, do not run, stare directly or make sudden movements and sounds. Move away slowly to avoid startling the dog.
If you require help to remove any wildlife that has entered into your compound, please immediately call
Do note that in accordance to the Wildlife Act, Singapore, members of the public are prohibited to trap wildlife animals.
