Breakfast special? Wild boars spotted enjoying yau char kway takeaway in Tseung Kwan O

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A viral video has captured the amusing yet concerning sight of wild boars calmly enjoying a pile of yau char kway (Chinese crullers) on a hillside in Tseung Kwan O.

The footage, shared in a local Facebook group last Thursday (Jan 22) with the humorous caption “An extra bowl of congee, please,” plays on the classic breakfast combination. 

In the footage, one boar intently rummages through the scattered fried dough sticks while another stares directly at the person filming—not once, but twice. 

Completely unfazed by the human presence, the animals take their time sampling the food. 

One boar is seen sniffing different pieces before picking one up and carrying it away along a railing. The clip ends with the boars vanishing into the bushes.

The post quickly attracted widespread attention, with many users asking for the exact location. While some comments urged people not to feed wild animals, the original poster clarified that he was simply passing by and did not provide the food.

The scene prompted mixed reactions online. Several users warned that feeding wild boars is harmful, as leftover or discarded human food—potentially half-eaten by rats—can cause health issues for the animals. 

Others responded with humor, joking that the boars had encountered “a lot of ghosts”—making a joke based on the Chinese name of the Chinese crullers or might gain super strength from the feast. 

A few playfully suggested the animals should be offered soy milk to complete the meal, warning they could end up with a sore throat.

Public reminder on wild boar safety

Amid rising wild boar sightings causing disturbances in urban areas, the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) reminds the public that these animals often enter residential zones in search of food, leading to nuisance and property damage.

The department strongly advises against feeding wild or stray animals, as uneaten food scraps attract boars and encourage them to gather nearby. 

Residents should dispose of outdoor garbage securely and use animal-proof bins to reduce available food sources.

To deter boars, the AFCD recommends installing sturdy fences and deploying infrared auto-trigger audio devices or lighting systems.

When encountering wild pigs, people should remain calm, keep a safe distance, and avoid disturbing them. Throwing objects, chasing, or cornering the animals can provoke dangerous reactions. 

If needed, take cover behind a barrier and wait for them to leave. For assistance, call the 1823 hotline or contact police.

Under the Wild Animals Protection Ordinance, illegally feeding wild animals, including boars, carries a fixed penalty of HK$5,000, with a maximum fine of HK$100,000 and up to one year’s imprisonment upon conviction.