5 Orangutans’ Rescue in Odisha Raises Trafficking Fears
- Five young orangutans were found in a forest in Balasore, Odisha, an unusual location as they are native to Southeast Asia and not India.
- Forest officials rescued the orangutans, with veterinarians confirming most were healthy, and plans are in place to move them to Nandankanan Zoological Park after recovery.
- Authorities suspect human involvement including possible smuggling and have initiated a joint inquiry with agencies such as the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau and police.
- The Forest and Environment Minister noted the possibility of illegal transport via air, water, or rail routes and urged the public to maintain distance from the animals.
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Five baby orangutans found abandoned in Odisha forest during routine patrolling by forest officials: How did the non- native species get there?
Five young orangutans were discovered abandoned in Odisha's Balasore district forest area. These animals, not native to India, were found during a routine forest patrol. Officials suspect the orangutans were part of a botched illegal smuggling transit operation. The rescued animals underwent medical checks and are now at Nandankanan Zoological Park. Investigations are ongoing to determine their entry point and responsible parties.
Odisha: Five orangutans found in Balasore forest area, Forest Department launches probe into suspected human intervention
Five orangutans were found near Badapali village under Bhograi Block of Balasore Division in Odisha on Tuesday morning, prompting the Forest Department to launch an investigation into how the animals reached the area.
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Not native to India: Says govt after 5 orangutans found in Odisha forest, orders probe - The Tribune
At least five orangutans, which are not indigenous to India, were rescued in a forest in Odisha's Balasore district, prompting the authorities to suspect that wildlife smugglers might be behind the animals' sudden appearance there, a minister said on Tuesday.
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