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Deer Rescued From Expressway Ledge
10 Nov
Summary
- A young sambar deer was found weak and dehydrated by an expressway.
- A motorist stopped traffic and alerted authorities to the stranded fawn.
- The rescued deer was treated and released back into a nearby forest.
A young sambar deer was rescued on November 8 after being discovered lying weak and severely dehydrated beside the Bukit Timah Expressway (BKE) in Singapore. A motorist noticed the fawn on a grass patch near the KJE exit and stopped to prevent it from wandering onto the busy road, subsequently contacting the National Parks Board (NParks) and ACRES.
Rescuers from NParks arrived approximately 45 minutes later and transported the fawn to the Mandai Wildlife Centre. Veterinarians conducted a thorough health assessment, including blood tests and radiographs, confirming the animal's weakened and dehydrated state. After receiving overnight medical attention and monitoring, the fawn showed significant improvement.
On November 9, NParks released the deer into a forested area near where it was found. The rescue highlighted concerns about wildlife safety near expressways, with the Save Sambar Deer initiative suggesting the fawn may have entered through an incomplete section of fencing. The incident also drew attention as the fawn's mother was reportedly seen nearby, running after the rescue van.
