Those found illegally feeding wildlife, including those who feed birds, will face increased fines and potential imprisonment under proposed amendments to the Wildlife Act.The stiffer penalties come amid increased incidents of illegal wildlife feeding and aim to strengthen deterrence, said Senior Parliamentary Secretary for National Development Dr Syed Harun Alhabsyi while speaking in Parliament on Thursday (May 7).According to data from the National Parks Board (NParks), the number of cases where enforcement action was taken against illegal wildlife feeding has almost doubled — from close to 150 cases in 2021 to over 380 cases in 2025, with the majority involving pigeon feeding.Additionally, repeat offenders accounted for about 42 per cent of the cases in 2025.Up to a year in jailPersistent wildlife feeding in Singapore particularly involves invasive pest bird species like rock pigeons and house crows, which results in public disamenities and risks to public hygiene.As such, the maximum fines for both first-time and repeat wildlife feeding offences are set to double, said Dr Syed Harun. Read more