Otter Attack Kills Koi; NParks Issues Warning
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Key Takeaways
- May 19, 2025: Mr. Hoh found eight koi mauled, suspected otters, estimated loss under $10,000.
- NParks advises homeowners to seal gaps and set up barriers to prevent otters.
- Acres offered guidance and a visit to Mr. Hoh to protect his fish from otters.
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Bright Hill resident's koi mauled, suspected to be by otters
On May 19, 2025, Bright Hill resident Mr. Hoh Chin Cha found eight of his koi mauled and mutilated in his home pond, with their eyeballs gouged out. He suspects otters were responsible, estimating the value of the dead koi to be under $10,000; the incident was reported on 2025-05-21.
NParks advises precautions against otters entering homes
Published on 2025-05-21, following the koi incident, the National Parks Board advised home owners who keep ornamental fish to take precautions to prevent otters from entering their homes. Recommended measures include sealing gaps and setting up barriers.
Acres offers guidance to protect fish from otters
Reported on 2025-05-21, Acres' chief executive, Mr. Kalaivanan Balakrishnan, offered guidance to Mr. Hoh on safeguarding his home and pet fish from otters, and offered to visit him following the koi incident.
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