Forest officials in South Tripura rescued ten endangered monitor lizards and arrested a 21-year-old for alleged wildlife trafficking near Trishna Wildlife Sanctuary. The reptiles, seized during a routine check, were released after veterinary examination; authorities launched an investigation into the trafficking network
To help in their conservation and also to understand the genetic make-up of these ancient species, geneticists from Hyderabad-based CCMB have launched a unique study.
Warangal: Causing much worry to wildlife lovers, endangered monitor lizards are facing serious threat for their lives in erstwhile Warangal district from poachers, thanks to ‘indifferent attitude’ of the forest staff. Though the monitor lizards are protected under Schedule 1 of the Indian Wildlife Act, the forest staff, particularly from the lower cadre, are apathetic […]
