Debated in Parliament on 9 Jul 2018.
Ms Rahayu Mahzam asked the Minister for National Development what is the outcome of AVA's proposals to prevent the mass roosting of mynahs on trees in front of Bukit Timah Plaza and to reduce the incessant noise created by the birds during the wee hours of the morning and in the evening.
The Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) has worked with the National Parks Board (NParks) to address the noise nuisance caused by mynahs roosting in trees around Bukit Timah Plaza. NParks has increased the frequency of tree pruning since 2017, and this has improved the situation. AVA also conducted a trial using a bird deterrent chemical on the trees in the area in the second half of 2017. However, the chemical was not effective in deterring mynahs from roosting. AVA is assessing other measures that can be deployed in this area.
The public can also play a part by maintaining the overall cleanliness of the environment and not feeding wild birds. Enforcement actions will be taken against those who do not comply.
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