64 teams formed to scan lions in Gir for any illness

Ahmedabad | Monday | 24th September, 2018

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Meanwhile, the experts suggested continuous monitoring of the movement of lions, vaccination of cattle living on the periphery of Gir forest among others. A total of 270 guards and officers have been assigned the task of screening big cats across Gir forest. These teams will carry out the exercise under the supervision of respective range forest officers. To ensure that sick animals get medical treatment on time, three teams of veterinary experts have also been formed. “The teams will observe the lions and if found ill, they will be given medical treatment..