NUS blog<\/a>, the distinct aroma of cooked rice comes from its scent glands.<\/p>\nNparks told Zaobao that contractors were dispatched to investigate.<\/p>\n
However, by the time officers arrived, the civet cat had apparently already left.<\/p>\n
NParks later confirmed it received a report on May 5 and sent personnel to the location.<\/p>\n
No further sightings in the area were reported afterwards.<\/p>\n
Interestingly, the One-North incident is not the only recent civet cat encounter making headlines.<\/p>\n
Social media has been flooded with reports of civet cats turning up in increasingly unexpected places.<\/p>\n
Earlier this year, a Bukit Timah family spent days trying to solve the mystery of their disappearing bananas.<\/p>\n
Initially suspecting rats, they were shocked to find a civet cat in the trap the following morning.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, a resident in Pasir Ris recently discovered a civet cat inside her living room around midnight.<\/p>\n
The animal reportedly climbed onto her curtains and ended up in a tense staring contest with the family’s pet cat.<\/p>\n
According to NParks, the agency receives an average of about 850 reports involving civet cats every year, though most of these reports are simply sightings.<\/p>\n
Civet cats are native to Singapore and can be found in residential areas, sitting next to forests.<\/p>\n
As nocturnal animals, they are often attracted by food sources and nesting spaces, which sometimes leads them into residential homes or office ceiling spaces.<\/p>\n
If you happen to come face-to-face with a civet cat, NParks advises people to remain calm and avoid cornering, chasing or provoking the animal.<\/p>\n
People are also encouraged to store food properly and seal roof or window gaps to reduce the chances of wildlife entering indoor spaces.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n