Carcasses of reptiles seized by Wildlife Crime Control Bureau

A large number of carcasses of snake and lizard specimens, including that of species protected by the Wildlife Protection Act
Carcasses of reptiles seized by Wildlife Crime Control Bureau

STAFF REPORTER

GUWAHATI: A large number of carcasses of snake and lizard specimens, including that of species protected by the Wildlife Protection Act, were seized in a joint operation by Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB) and Assam Forest Department from the Lachit Nagar residence of Dr. Jayaditya Purkayastha on Saturday evening. Dr. Purkayastha is a well-known researcher working on reptiles. Prima facie the documents produced by Dr Purkayastha were not accepted as valid permit by the investigating agencies. The Forest department and WCCB have registered a case and will continue further investigation.

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