In a first for India, the country’s first satellite-tagged Ganges softshell turtle was released in the Kaziranga NationalPark.
The release coincided with Endangered Species Day.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma called it a major step for wildlife conservation.
“Marking #EndangeredSpeciesDay, the country’s 1st satellite-tagged Ganges softshell turtle was released in @kaziranga_, a major step for wildlife conservation. A proud moment for Assam as we continue to protect every species that calls our forests home,” Sarma posted on X.
The Ganges softshell turtle is a freshwater reptile whose distribution is largely restricted to the Ganga, Indus and Mahanadi river systems in northern and eastern India.
The species is listed under Part II of Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, and possession of the turtle is an offence under the law.
First-Ever Satellite-Tracked Ganges Softshell Turtle Released into Kaziranga Waters
