Centre for Wildlife Rehabilitation

Wildlife management includes the rescue of wild mammals, reptiles and birds which may be injured, or in distress, after wandering into unfamiliar environments, or animals which have been abandoned.

Some of these animals are brought to the Centre for Wildlife Rehabilitation (CWR) set up by the National Parks Board.

The new CWR is vital to NParks’ community and science-based approach for wildlife management as it:

Provides veterinary care and rehabilitation for wildlife, and contributes to conservation of our biodiversity
Builds NParks’ expertise in the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of wildlife, and complements the work of our partners
Supports efforts to tackle illegal wildlife trade
Enhances our biosurveillance and wildlife research and capabilities
Helps in capability and capacity building for the wildlife management industry

As Singapore moves towards becoming a City in Nature – a key pillar of the Singapore Green Plan 2030, a national movement to chart our course for sustainable development – this will help to strengthen Singapore’s conservation of our natural heritage.

Facilities at Centre for Wildlife Rehabilitation

Description

Photos (Credit: National Parks Board)

Treatment areas

The treatment areas are used for physical examination and procedures such as administering of medication and microchipping.

X-ray room

The x-ray capabilities allow us to diagnose injuries such as fractures and medical conditions such as pneumonia.

Surgery room

The surgery room is equipped with surgical equipment for various medical procedures such as wound closure.

How can you be involved?

When encountering a wild animal that is injured, trapped or in distress, do not attempt to pick it up or bring it to the Centre for Wildlife Rehabilitation. Instead, call the 24-hour Animal Response Centre helpline at 1800-476-1600 for assistance.

Do not keep wildlife as pets, and report any occurrence of illegal wildlife trade to NParks.