Indian Gaur rescued from snare in Andhra Pradesh's Papikonda National Park

Forest officials in Andhra Pradesh reported that a male Indian gaur was found tangled in a wire snare deep within Papikonda National Park. The animal was carefully approached, the snare cut and the gaur released unharmed after a brief health check. The rescue team, part of the state forest department, said the incident highlights the ongoing threat of illegal poaching equipment in protected areas. Authorities have intensified patrols in the park and are urging locals to report any snares or traps. The gaur, a vulnerable species under national wildlife protection, will continue to be monitored to ensure its recovery.