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The National Parks Board (NParks) has responded to a recent crocodile sighting by a visitor at the Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve.
Stomper Gerald had previously shared how he saw seven crocodiles in the reserve on Monday morning (February 1) and photographed one of them ‘sunbathing’.
Although amazed to be so close to the wonders of nature, Gerald also said: “As a safety measure (both for us and for the crocs), perhaps the authorities should also post signs at the park entrance. Better awareness, better security”.
In response to an inquiry from Stomp, Ms Yang Shufen, Director of the Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve at NParks, said: “Estuary crocodiles (Crocodylus porosus) have been seen within the Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve, and generally They are found in the water or in the marshes away from the visitor routes.
“Warning signs and warning notices have been posted in the areas where crocodiles are most frequently seen, and visitors should heed these signs and stay on designated paths.
If visitors come across a crocodile, they should remain calm and slowly walk away. They must not approach, provoke or feed the animal. If they need help, they should call the information desk of the wetland reserve (Tel: 6794 1401) immediately “.
More information on estuary crocodiles can be found on the NParks website here.
