Himalayan Vulture Spotted in Singapore: Struggling Flight Explained
- A Himalayan vulture was observed in Singapore over the weekend of January 11-12, 2026, drawing attention from the public and wildlife organizations.
- The Animal Concerns Research and Education Society (ACRES) received reports of a distressed large bird and deployed a rescue team.
- Initial assessments by ACRES' veterinary team indicate the vulture is suffering from dehydration, weakness, and exhaustion, likely due to a long migratory journey.
Himalayan Vulture Sighting in Singapore
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A Himalayan vulture was observed in Singapore over the weekend of January 11-12, 2026, drawing attention from the public and wildlife organizations. Sightings were reported near the East Coast Parkway (ECP) and Tanah Merah Coast road.
Animal Concerns Research and Education Society (ACRES) Response
The Animal Concerns Research and Education Society (ACRES) received reports of a distressed large bird and deployed a rescue team. ACRES confirmed the bird was a male Himalayan vulture and successfully rescued it from a canal and along the ECP.The bird is currently under veterinary care.
Vulture’s Condition and Initial Assessment
Initial assessments by ACRES‘ veterinary team indicate the vulture is suffering from dehydration, weakness, and exhaustion, likely due to a long migratory journey. A full rehabilitation plan is underway with the goal of eventual release.
Himalayan Vulture Migration Patterns
Himalayan vultures are migratory birds, and sightings in the Singapore region are typically recorded between late December and early January, according to the bird Society of Singapore.
Geographic Distribution of Sightings
Most Himalayan vulture sightings in Singapore have historically been concentrated in the central and western parts of the island, with fewer observations in the north and east. The recent sightings in the east represent a less common occurrence.