Steppe eagle found electrocuted in Chitwan, conservationists alarmed
Summary
A steppe eagle was found electrocuted in western Chitwan, highlighting risks to vulnerable species from exposed power lines, while a rare gharial was rescued entangled in an illegal fishing net in eastern Chitwan.
Key Points
- A steppe eagle was found dead due to electrocution on an exposed electric line in western Chitwan.
- Conservationists warn that uninsulated power lines pose major risks to large raptors like the steppe eagle.
- The same day, a rare gharial was rescued from an illegal fishing net in eastern Chitwan, threatening its survival.
- Conservationists urge for better management of infrastructure and enforcement against illegal nets to protect vulnerable species.
