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Investigation launched over alleged poaching and discovery of toothless wild animal remains near Bandipur

Investigation launched over alleged poaching and discovery of toothless wild animal remains near Bandipur
Image: Kannada Prabha

Forest officials have launched an investigation into alleged poaching following the discovery of a trap in the Maddur zone of Bandipur Tiger Reserve. Separately, toothless wild animal remains were found near Karadigallu Hill, raising suspicions. The Forest Department is investigating the potential link between these two incidents and whether the Bavarian Gang, linked to poaching, is involved.

Originally reported by Kannada Prabha Summarised from the source’s public news feed without altering the facts. Read the original report for the full story.
BandipurPoachingWildlife CrimeBengaluruForest Department