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NParks probes video of restrained bird amid animal welfare concerns
Singapore's National Parks Board is investigating footage circulating online that appears to show a bird with its beak taped shut. The authorities have pledged to take appropriate action if any violations are confirmed.
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The National Parks Board (NParks) has launched an inquiry into video clips depicting a bird with its beak apparently secured with tape, raising fresh concerns about animal welfare standards in the city-state.
The footage, which has circulated on social media platforms, shows what appears to be a restrained bird. NParks confirmed it is aware of the material and has begun a formal investigation into the incident.
The parks authority stated that it takes all reports of potential animal mistreatment seriously. Officials emphasised their commitment to protecting animal welfare across Singapore's parks and natural spaces.
"Appropriate action will be taken if any wrongdoing is established," NParks said in a statement, though specific details about the investigation's scope and timeline were not disclosed.
The incident adds to ongoing discussions about animal welfare enforcement in Singapore, where regulations prohibit cruelty to animals under the Animals and Birds Act.