From Indiatimes · TOI Science Desk · · 1m 10s
Young Deer Rescued Near Singapore Expressway
Singapore motorist saves dehydrated fawn after emergency care.
In brief
Singapore motorist saves dehydrated fawn after emergency care. A Singapore motorist rescued a severely dehydrated young sambar deer from an expressway and released it near the find site after veterinary treatment. Originally reported by Indiatimes.
Rescue begins
A motorist spotted a severely dehydrated young deer beside a Singapore expressway.
Motorist details
James Lee spotted the fawn at 2pm near the KJE exit on November 8.
Initial response
Lee contacted NParks and ACRES after stopping his scooter 100m from the deer.
Animal condition
The fawn was weak and severely dehydrated with no immediate threat of death.
Veterinary care
NParks sent the fawn to Mandai Wildlife Centre for emergency treatment.
Treatment process
Veterinarians conducted blood tests and radiographs before stabilizing the fawn.
Release decision
After overnight monitoring, the fawn was released near the find site on November 9.
Mother deer
The fawn's mother was spotted nearby and ran after the van carrying her baby.
Save Sambar Deer
The initiative suggested the fawn may have entered through unfinished fencing.
Public awareness
NParks reminded the public not to handle injured wildlife without contacting NParks.
In short
A Singapore motorist rescued a severely dehydrated young sambar deer from an expressway and released it near the find site after veterinary treatment.
