Forest Department Rescues Dugongs from Fishing Gear in Pudukottai

The Forest department in Pudukottai, India, has rescued nine Dugongs (sea cows) trapped in fishing gear over the last year, utilizing drones and daily boat patrols for monitoring and rescue operations.

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Forest department turns to fishermen to rescue Dugongs trapped in fishing gear

Nine Dugongs were rescued near Pudukottai coast in the last one year; Forest department has been using a drone to monitor Dugongs besides carrying out daily boat patrolling

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Forest Department Rescues Dugongs from Fishing Gear in Pudukottai

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