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Endangered indian pangolin rescued and released in Malkangiri

Endangered indian pangolin rescued and released in Malkangiri

An endangered Indian Pangolin was rescued and safely released back into its deep natural habitat in Malkangiri district, Odisha. Field staff of the Balimela Range executed the rescue operation after spotting the nocturnal animal during daytime routine foot patrolling at Chitapari III village under the Balimela section. Following a mandatory health check-up, the uninjured scaly anteater was released far away from human habitation. Wildlife experts stated that the species holds special conservation status as a protected animal listed under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, and is classified as Endangered by the IUCN due to severe survival threats from illegal poaching and habitat loss.

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