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Our Wild Neighbours

Singapore is often described as a “City in Nature”, and that means wildlife is part of everyday life. From parks and waterways to estates and industrial areas, it’s not unusual for people to encounter wild animals such as otters, macaques,…

A Better Life for Asia’s Zoo Animals

In many zoos, animals are kept in conditions that fall short of acceptable welfare standards. In some cases, the physical, psychological, and behavioural needs of the animals are only partially met—or worse, entirely neglected—leading to poor welfare outcomes and prolonged…

Speaking Up for Surplus Chimpanzees

In 2001, ACRES was deeply troubled to discover two former photography chimpanzees from Singapore Zoo Gardens (SZG) languishing in distressing conditions at Surabaya Zoo, Indonesia. Moved by their suffering and concerned about the fate of other ‘surplus’ chimpanzees previously transferred…