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Endangered ‘Pondicherry shark’ spotted near Kakinada
News
- An endangered Pondicherry shark has been spotted near Kakinada, East Godavari River Estuarine Ecosystem region.
Important Facts.
2. About Pondicherry Shark
Pondicherry shark is an endangered species protected under the provisions of the Wildlife (Protection) Act.
It is locally known as Pala Sora..
3. Conservations outreach
Department of forest is working in association with the EGREE foundation and the fishing communities in bringing down the trade in such species.
4. Way forward
- Need of the various departments to work in tandem with local community by responsible planning and management.
- The local fisherman should be made aware about its conservation status.
- The trade in such species should be regulated strictly.
