Archive · 21 Aug 2025
Navi Mumbai: 42 Protected Munia Birds Rescued, Two Arrested
In Ulwe, India, officials found 42 protected Munia birds that were being sold illegally.
These birds are a type of sparrow native to India and are protected by law.
During a raid at a pet shop, officials arrested two people who were selling the birds.
The birds were kept for illegal sale.
The individuals face charges under the Wildlife Protection Act.
The rescue operation involved the Forest Department, the Wildlife Welfare Association, and other officials.
Forest Department rescued 42 protected Munia birds in Ulwe, Panvel.
The birds were seized during an anti-trafficking operation at a pet shop.
Two individuals, Devendra Patil and Haresh Patil, were arrested.
The arrested individuals face charges under the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972.
The rescued birds included Scaly-breasted, Tricolored, and Red Munias.
- Who
- The Forest Department, Wildlife Welfare Association, and other officials.
- What
- 42 protected Munia birds were rescued during an anti-trafficking operation.
- When
- Details not provided.
- Where
- Ulwe Node, Panvel, India.
- Why
- The birds were being kept for illegal sale.
- Total Birds Rescued
- 42
- Location of Rescue
- Ulwe Node, Panvel
- Birds Included
- Scaly-breasted, Tricolored, and Red Munias
- Reason for Raid
- Illegal sale of birds
- Arrested Individuals
- Devendra Patil and Haresh Patil
- Charges
- Wildlife Protection Act, 1972