GUWAHATI: A venomous banded krait was safely rescued from a residential colony in Seijosa, Arunachal Pradesh on Tuesday, October 22. This rescue act was carried out by the Arunachal Forest Department and the Wildlife Trust of India (WTI) team from the Centre for Bear Rehabilitation and Conservation (CBRC).
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The snake, spotted on the verandah of a house in Niti Darlong colony, was reported by concerned residents, who alerted the authorities at once instead of handling the situation themselves.
A rescue team, including forest officers and WTI experts, was dispatched to the location, where they safely removed the snake using a snake hook. The snake was released back into its natural habitat near Pakke Tiger Reserve (PTR).
The banded krait is a highly venomous species known for its striking black and yellow bands, and is typically found in nocturnal settings.
Dr. Panjit Basumatary, Manager and Head of CBRC, praised the residents for their responsible actions, saying, "Rescuing venomous snakes requires both patience and skill. We are happy to see more people choosing to call the forest department in such situations."
The Wildlife Trust of India, founded in 1998, has been at the forefront of wildlife conservation, saving over 50,000 animal lives and supporting government efforts to protect endangered species and habitats.