Officials issue major hunting ban to protect rare creature: 'This is a crucial moment'

Officials issue major hunting ban to protect rare creature: 'This is a crucial moment'

A local government in India has taken a huge step toward protecting one of the world's most endangered mammals. The Pujenvong council, part of the local government within northeastern India's Nagaland state, has banned the hunting, trade, and consumption of pangolins. As the Nagaland Tribune reported, the ban took effect immediately and was supported by local wildlife and conservation groups. "This is a crucial moment for Pujenvong Council and t…