Wild Boar Shenanigans on Pulau Ubin
Picture this: a bunch of wild boars strolling around the island, and a local bloke casually giving them a gentle “gesticulation” with a stick. Sounds like a quirky show, right? That’s exactly what happened in a TikTok clip that’s already racked up over 30,000 views.
What Went Down
- The man, seen on Seralsn’s feed, counts six boars and their little pig‑tales while button‑pressing a peaceful pup into a nap.
- “Please don’t try this on your own,” the uploader warns. He notes that only island residents seem to have earned the boars’ trust.
- Comments on the video are delightfully mixed: “So cute,” “How does he even train them?” and a few playful “Acknowledge the boar cult!”
Experts Say “Hold Up!”
Remember February? AsiaOne hit the same user to ask about that earlier clip, and the Animal Concerns Research and Education Society (Acres) got back with a gentle but firm note.
Co‑CEO Anbu explains that the boars were likely conditioned by someone who used food as a click‑bait. “Feeding wildlife isn’t just illegal; it tricks animals into treating people as buffet servers,” she said.
- If you’re strolling through Ubin, don’t drop fries or bring a curry puff; boars will be hunting.
- Use a bike or a backpack as a barrier—keep your next snack under high‑security gear.
- Approaching or feeding them is a no‑no for both the beast and the human.
Wild Boar Tales from the Past
A 2020 Facebook video shows a boar sniffing a satchel, only to pounce on a curry puff. The woman, Trisha Yuen Thow, switched tactics by staying calm and letting her bike stand between her and the hungry animal. “Set a safe zone, not a snack zone,” she writhed.
Word to the Wise
While the TikTok star may look like a boar whisperer, it’s a reminder that these gilled non‑humans have learned when to behave sworely from the folks that feed them.
Plan your island adventure, keep food locked, heed the local laws, and if you spot a boar, give it a respectful space. That’s the golden rule—no feeding, no foolishness, and you’ll leave the wild boars with their dignity intact.
Wild Boar Chaos in Yishun: A Heart‑Pounding Encounter
It was a crisp March morning when 46‑year‑old Kelvin Ng‘s calm day took a wild turn. While picking up their 12‑year‑old daughter from tuition at Khatib Central, the couple was suddenly face‑to‑face with a hungry wild boar that knocked Kelvin unconscious. Yishun shook with the news: an animal that’s usually seen as a distant forest creature now prowled the city’s streets.
The Unforgettable Moment
Picture this: a woman strolling through the park, casually collecting a school‑picked child. Out of the blue, a massive boar lunges—its ears flaring, its eyes fierce. The creature’s charges were so swift that Kelvin hit the pavement before he could even register the horror on his face. The shock was real, and the community’s reaction was even more dramatic.
From Chaos to Capture
- 12 days later, a team of hunters and wildlife experts corners the elusive boar in Yishun Park.
- The hunt involved NParks, Nee Soon Town Council, the police, and the People’s Association—an improvised “wild boar squad” that took the city’s resources into a collaborative frenzy.
Safety Tips from NParks
- Keep a safe distance from any wild boar. Even plush “park dogs” can turn feral in the right (or wrong) circumstances.
- Adults with piglets: stay 15‑meters away. Those little brothers are fiercely protective of their squad.
- Rule of thumb: if the boar is eyeing you, it’s not a pet that needs a hug.
Funny Yet Serious Moments
The incident became the talk of social media, not for memes but for the poignant “boar‑battle” videos that captured the sheer intensity of the moment. It reminded everyone that even the most seemingly tame wildlife can surprise you—sometimes, exactly at the wrong time.
For now, Yishun residents can breathe a little easier, thanks to the teamwork that brought the boar to a calmer destination. But the message stays: wildlife = wild. Treat it with respect, stay alert, and keep your feet—well, maybe a few metres—away from any pork‑buns rolling through the streets.
