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Two Rare Turtles Rescued by Locals and Forest Department in Assam's Tinsukia
- •Two rare turtles were successfully rescued from Assam's Tinsukia district by vigilant locals and the forest department.
- •One turtle was rescued while moving along the Digboi-Tingrai-Doomdooma road to prevent it from being hit by vehicles.
- •A juvenile Indian softshell turtle was also rescued in Raidang village after being found near a house while trying to cross a road.
- •Environment and Forests Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah highlighted the risks wildlife faces in human-dominated landscapes.
- •Authorities urged citizens to report wildlife sightings to the forest department rather than handling animals themselves.
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One rare turtle was spotted moving along the Digboi–Tingrai–Doomdooma road and rescued by locals with the assistance of the Doomdooma forest department. Additionally, a juvenile Indian softshell turtle was found near a house in Raidang village under the Doomdooma Forest Division while attempting to cross a road.
A juvenile Indian softshell turtle (Nilssonia hurum) was rescued in Raidang village under the Doomdooma Forest Division after it was found near a house trying to cross a road.
Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah urged people to remain alert when encountering wildlife near roads or homes. He advised citizens not to harm, capture, or handle unfamiliar wild animals, but instead to inform the forest department so trained personnel can respond safely.
