103 protected birds, turtles rescued from Moti Nagar pet shop
Delhi authorities rescued 103 protected birds and turtles from a pet shop in Moti Nagar following tips from animal activists. The animals are currently under veterinary care and are slated for release back into the wild.
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The raid highlights ongoing efforts to combat illegal wildlife trafficking and enforce the Wildlife (Protection) Act in urban centers.
103 protected birds, turtles rescued from Moti Nagar pet shop “Legal action is under way. The animals are under veterinary care and will be released into the wild once cleared,” Mr. Sirsa said in a post on X, thanking Delhi Police and people who spoke up about it New Delhi About 103 birds and turtles protected under the Wildlife (Protection) Act were rescued from a pet shop in Moti Nagar in the national capital on Wednesday (October 21, 2026) after animal activists informed the police about it.
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