Sources said that the forest guard saw a bag hung from a tree hidden behind thick leaves in compartment number 310 of Venkatapur round in Pranhita range. Smelling a rat, he removed the bag and was shocked to see its content. There was an iron spring trap used by seasoned poachers to trap a tiger in the bag. The guard immediately informed his superiors who rushed to the spot. A search in the jungle revealed three holes made by installing similar tiger traps. Startled by the discovery, the forest officers have intensified patrolling and alerted intelligence contacts in the area.
Sources said that Venkatapur round and jungle around is known for presence of tigress. "The spring trap found in Venkatapur jungle resembles the traps used by Bahuria poachers," said an expert in wildlife. Read the full report here.
Source: Times News Network, Chandrapur.
