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| Investigation into Mass
Gharial Deaths Continues |
January 29, 2008
The cause of the mass deaths of gharial in
the Chambal River continues, and no definitive
cause has yet been identified. As of the 18th of
January a reported 81 gharial had been found
dead. Currently an international team of
veterinarians, researchers, and Forest
Department officials are on the Chambal River
investigating the deaths. It is hoped they will
discover the cause soon and a solution can be
found to halt the deaths before the remaining
Chambal gharial population is affected. Any
gharial that appear sick are being caught for
investigation and to help prevent the spread of
any possible illness. The Forest Departments of
the Chambal range states are committed to
solving this crisis and a dedicated team of
Forest Department officials are continuing to
patrol the area for any clues and to safeguard
the remaining gharial population.
Any news from the field will be reported here as
soon as information becomes available.
Those wishing to contribute
to the Chambal Gharial Crisis Response
financially or otherwise can CONTACT
US here
Download the latest official GCA press release here. |
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