Patna: The Forest Department has rescued 12 deer stranded amid floodwaters in Muzaffarpur’s Paru and Sahebganj areas, officials said.
The rescued deer include four males and eight females. One deer was found injured and is receiving treatment under the supervision of a Forest Department veterinarian.
Deer Housed At Aranya Vihar
Following the rescue, all 12 deer were moved to Aranya Vihar, the Forest Department office at Sherpur in Muzaffarpur, where they are being kept under observation.
Officials said the deer will be sent to Valmiki Tiger Reserve (VTR) after the injured animal has recovered and the required formalities are completed.
Rescue Operation
The operation was led by Vikas Kumar, Ranger of the Eastern Range. Forest guards Robin Kumar, Suraj Kumar, Shashishekhar and Moti Sahni were part of the rescue team.
The Forest Department said its teams are continuing to monitor wildlife in flood-affected areas. On receiving reports of animals stranded or sighted in floodwaters, teams are being dispatched to rescue and relocate them to safer locations.
