Snake Captures Mynah on Mandai Boardwalk

by SHINE

A thrilling yet unsettling wildlife encounter occurred along the newly opened Mandai Boardwalk on January 18, when a visitor witnessed a green snake capturing and constricting a mynah bird.

Wu Yaocheng was walking along the boardwalk around 1:30 p.m. when he observed the snake, identified as a Red-tailed Racer, tightly coiling around the bird. Wu shared footage of the incident on the Singapore Wildlife Sightings Facebook page, noting that he was unsure how the snake had caught the bird. He also mentioned that the mynah still appeared to be alive, with “a little bit of breath” left, as the snake began its attempt to swallow it.

The footage shows the snake using its fangs to secure the bird while twisting its body around the bird’s form. The snake then dragged the bird from the center of the boardwalk toward the railings.

The incident sparked a debate among onlookers about whether human intervention was necessary. Some suggested that Wu could have stepped in to save the bird, while others emphasized the importance of allowing nature to take its course and minimizing human interference.

Experts confirmed the snake’s identity as a Red-tailed Racer, a non-venomous species known for preying on birds, bird eggs, and even bats. These snakes are notorious for raiding nests.

In response to the incident, the National Parks Board (NParks) issued a reminder to the public on handling wildlife encounters. They advised staying calm when encountering a snake, as most snakes are shy and will retreat if left undisturbed. The NParks also cautioned against attempting to handle snakes without proper training.

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