Two howler monkeys rescued after allegedly being offered online for Bs 2,800
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- Authorities rescued two newborn howler monkeys in Santa Cruz after an alleged online offer to sell them for Bs 2,800.
- Police detained two people suspected of involvement in the illegal wildlife trade.
- The monkeys remain under specialized care while authorities investigate their condition and possible recovery measures.
Two newborn howler monkeys were rescued in the Urubó area of Santa Cruz after they were allegedly offered for sale on social media for Bs 2,800. Two people were detained during the operation.
A complaint about the online offer alerted authorities, who coordinated an intervention with the Forest and Environmental Protection Police, known as Pofoma, and the Urubó Command. Veterinarian Khandy Gandarillas, a wildlife specialist, said the operation followed that coordination.
The case remains under investigation as a suspected instance of illegal wildlife trading. The two monkeys have been placed under specialized care so their health can be assessed and authorities can determine the steps needed for their recovery.
The use of social media to offer wild animals has become a challenge in efforts to combat wildlife trafficking. Pofoma conducts prevention and rescue operations with other institutions.
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Originally published by El Deber in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.
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