Fernvale Link’s Year‑Long Zoo: A Cockroach, Worm, and Bird Marathon
Ever wondered what a resident’s personal reptile show would look like on the common corridors of an apartment block? At Block 468B in Fernvale Link, it’s been more than a touch of drama—it’s a full‑blown, 12‑month circus starring cockroaches, worms, and a handful of feathered friends.
What’s Up on the Upper Floors?
- Fourth floor: A bird cage perched in the corridor, its owner sneaking the bird out every morning around 6‑6:30 am. The cage’s domain? Rain‑water‑filled soils, droppings, and an endless buffet of crumbs, drawing in an army of opportunistic wild birds.
- Fifth floor: A bright‑green plastic box harboring live worms, and directly below, a paper tray that’s now a cockroach‑convenient and food‑filled haven. Every 8‑9:30 am, the resident pats the insects, kisses goodbye, and retreats to his unit.
Those tiny creatures? They’re the headline attraction, luring even more pigeons into the mix. And while the one—a citizen’s OASIS (OneService) app call—has been logged, the problem is still rocking on, just like a faulty crosswalk light.
Ang Mo Kio Town Council’s “If You Have Food, You’re Not Chewing” Playbook
Fast‑forward to December 24, the council shone a “no‑personal‑toys” light on the very corridors that turned into a pet park. By the end of the year, bird cages and worm boxes were officially removed. But the plot twist came soon after: the resident, with a knack for reprise, returned the very items he’d taken away.
Last Saturday, look no further than the fourth‑floor corridor to spot the bird cage again—proof that some habits are hard to uninstall.
Key Takeaways
- The tiny on‑stop fleet of winged onlookers at Ang Mo Kio’s Fernvale Link continues to thrive.
- Common areas are being stamp‑sealed against personal items.
- Despite council interventions and resident claims, the “wildlife” week‑long stay remains unredeemed.
Do the council’s charming bird‑watering policies have a chance of stifling the feathery fiasco? Pass the popcorn—we’re all waiting to see how it plays out.
