Indian Gaur rescued from snare in Papikonda National Park of Andhra Pradesh
Forest officials successfully rescued a 750-kilogram Indian Gaur trapped in a poacher's wire snare in the Papikonda National Park. The animal is currently receiving veterinary care at a rescue center in Visakhapatnam.
Why it matters
The rescue highlights the ongoing threat of illegal poaching to endangered species and the importance of active forest patrolling.
Forest officials rescued a 750-kilogram female Indian Gaur ( Bos gaurus ) trapped in a wire snare laid by hunters in the Eco-Sensitive Zone of Papikonda National Park (PNP) in Polavaram district of Andhra Pradesh.
Forest officials found the trapped gaur while patrolling in the Indukuru reserve forest of Rampachodavaram Forest Division on September 10 and initiated the rescue operation.
Led by Rampachodavaram Divisional Forest Officer Shivakumar Gangal, a team of forest officials and veterinarians rescued the Indian Gaur.
“The rescued Indian Gaur has been sent to the Animal Rescue Centre in Visakhapatnam after administering initial treatment for advanced veterinary care, rehabilitation and speedy recovery from the injuries,” said Mr. Gangal.
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