Gharial found dead in Katarniaghat sanctuary

Bahraich: A gharial, categorised as critically endangered species, was found dead near Gerua village in Katarniaghat wildlife sanctuary near here, a senior forest official said today. The 4.48 metre long gharial was found dead at a mound near the river on Tuesday and his age was estimated to be around 90 years, range officer M […]

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  • Published: Wednesday, 22 February 2012
  • Last updated: 22 February 2012, 02:49 PM IST

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Bahraich: A gharial, categorised as critically endangered species, was found dead near Gerua village in Katarniaghat wildlife sanctuary near here, a senior forest official said today.

The 4.48 metre long gharial was found dead at a mound near the river on Tuesday and his age was estimated to be around 90 years, range officer M K Shukla said.

The post-mortem report has suggested natural death. The gharial is one of three crocodilian species found in India.

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