Sambar deer

2024 - 7 - 12

Rare Sambar Deer's Tragic Encounter on Singapore Roads

Road Safety - Sambar Deer - Singapore Wildlife Conservation - Taxi Accident - Urban Wildlife

Tragedy struck when a rare wild deer met with a taxi accident in Mandai Road. The incident shocked locals and raised concerns about wildlife safety in urban areas.

In a rare and unfortunate incident, a sambar deer, a native wild species in Singapore, was tragically killed in a collision with a taxi on Mandai Road. The sambar deer, typically found near the Central Catchment Nature Reserve, met its untimely end in the urban setting, highlighting the challenges of wildlife conservation in highly urbanized areas like Singapore.

The collision, which led to the deer's death, stirred emotions among residents as the majestic animal succumbed to injuries on the busy road. The incident sparked discussions on the need for increased awareness and measures to protect wildlife in and around urban zones.

Images shared on social media portrayed the somber scene of the deer lying in the middle of the road after the collision, helpless and injured. The incident prompted reflections on human-wildlife interactions and the impact of urban development on the natural habitats of indigenous species like the sambar deer.

It is crucial to remember that wildlife conservation efforts play a vital role in safeguarding Singapore's diverse ecosystem and species like the sambar deer. Increasing awareness and promoting coexistence between humans and wildlife are essential steps towards ensuring the preservation of Singapore's rich natural heritage.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "The Straits Times"

Rare sambar deer killed in accident with taxi in Mandai Road (The Straits Times)

SINGAPORE โ€“ A rare wild deer native to Singapore and confined to forests near the Central Catchment Nature Reserve was found dead after an accident ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Mothership.sg"

Male sambar deer gets hit by taxi & dies at Mandai Road (Mothership.sg)

Photo from Singapore Roads Accident/Facebook. It is uncertain how exactly the collision occurred. A spokesperson for ComfortDelGro told Mothership: " ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Must Share News"

Sambar deer dies after being hit by taxi on Mandai Road, driver ... (Must Share News)

In the footage, the animal lay in the centre of the road, apparently alive but seriously injured. Though its head was moving, it was seemingly unable to get up.

Explore the last week