Death by Man

22/07/2025

15/12/2024

Hornbills are known to mate for life.

So, when news got out about an alleged poisoning of a pair of Oriental hornbills, it was especially heartbreaking to learn that only one survived. 😔

The poison may not have been intended for them, but regardless, the cruelty of poisoning any animal cannot be ignored. The pain this lone survivor must endure, separated from his/her lifelong companion, is a silent tragedy that many of us will fail to fully grasp.

There are more humane and effective ways to manage wildlife in an area without resorting to harm. If pigeons or other animals are unwelcome in a space, it’s far better to remove their food sources and ensure the area is free of waste, particularly food scraps. Animals seek the basics to survive: food, shelter, and a safe place to raise their young.

By making small changes, such as modifying fixtures to deter wildlife or keeping our spaces cleaner, we can foster better coexistence with animals of all kinds. Let’s take responsibility for our actions and protect the wildlife that call Singapore home too.

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☎️ If you encounter any wildlife in distress (e.g. injured, poisoned, trapped in glue, in your house, etc), call/WhatsApp ACRES () Wildlife Rescue hotline at 9783 7782.

28/06/2024

Government agencies also aim to reduce human food sources for pigeons, by improving refuse and food waste management at bin centres and F&B establishments.

15/05/2024

Place your bids to help wild animals in need!

15/04/2024

A scene from a Steven Spielberg's film? 🦕

Nicknamed 'Jurassic Park', this was once a promising land area in ACRES that was built to rehabilitate rescued wild animals.

Imagine a sanctuary where wildlife can rest and recover comfortably in large spacious enclosures, and ponds wide and deep enough for the turtles to swim to their heart's content. How wonderful would that be?

Unfortunately, the illegal dumping of toxic contaminated waste by contractors in 2009 made the land unusable. Over the years, it became nothing more than a shadow of what it was supposed to be.

ACRES aims to raise $300,000 at their charity gala this year. Part of the funds raised will be used to repurpose the area for rescued wildlife. Your support and donations will aid them in fulfilling their goal to further improve the living conditions of the rescued animals in their centre.

𝗔𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗦 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗚𝗮𝗹𝗮: 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀
𝟭𝟴 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰
𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝗕𝗮𝘆 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀

🎟️ Tickets are up for sale at www.giving.sg/donate/campaign/gala-2024

All seat and table purchases are eligible for 250% tax deduction and matched 1 to 1 by Toteboard.

Visit to find out more or email [email protected] for inquiries.

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02/03/2024

It's World Wildlife Day -

While we celebrate the rich diversity of animals we share our planet with, let us not forget that some of our actions and urban living have also affected our wildlife negatively.

Just 2 more months till Death by Man wildlife obituary shut its doors. Visit the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum () to meet the animals who are dying to tell their stories.

(Exhibition on Level 2 till end April)

28/10/2023

What stories are hidden behind these doors?

It's time we face reality. Visit Death by Man wildlife obituary at Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum from now till April 2024. The fate of our wildlife lies in our hands.

20/10/2023

I am thrilled to announce that Death by Man will be exhibited at Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum. Visit their website to find out more.

NOTICE — The Museum will be closed on 29 October 2021, from 1PM onwards, for a private event. Last admission for visitors into the gallery on that day will be at 11:30AM. Read about our current COVID-19 Safe Management Measures here. x

21/04/2023

Imagine being dragged, hit, kicked, and butchered while the crowd cheers in celebration of your death.

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The reticulated python that was recently murdered at Boon Lay Place Market (18 April 2023) suffered a tragic and brutal death. What did those eyes see during the torture?

The merciless ex*****on and amusement of the perpetrators were unsettling.

Reticulated pythons, a protected species under the Wildlife Act, play a crucial role in keeping our ecosystem in balance. In cities like Singapore, they help us manage the rat and pigeon populations. Pythons generally shy away from humans and will only surface from their urban hideouts (e.g. drains and canals) when food is available.

Considering that the incident took place at a market, it is possible that there may be a lack of proper food waste management in the area. This makes the perfect environment for rats and their predator - the python.

Why did the group of men acted so violently towards the snake? I can only assume it is a mix of fear, ignorance, and the dying need to prove one’s manliness a̶n̶d̶ ̶s̶t̶u̶p̶i̶d̶i̶t̶y̶.

There's so much to say but I'll just end this off with two simple points:

1. Live and let live. Do not attempt to touch, handle or approach a snake of any kind. Appreciate from a distance. Call ACRES or NParks if the snake is injured or trapped.

2. Under the Wildlife Act, anyone found guilty of killing, trapping, taking, or keeping wildlife could be fined up to $50,000 and/or jailed for up to two years.

(Image: Reticulated python roadkill)

07/11/2022

A very big thank you to the guest who bought my artwork, 'More Than Meets The Eye: Asian Koel' at ACRES's Charity Gala Dinner earlier last month!

It brings me great joy to know that my print has contributed to the funds raised for , Singapore's only wildlife welfare charity organisation, after years of wishing that I could donate more than just my time volunteering with them.
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Slide 3 photo credit: Dominique Llorens (above) & Cyril Ng (bottom)
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If you would like to support my art, there are 2 more pieces to be sold. Details of the piece are up on my website (link in bio).