DRI Recovers Two Indian Red Sand Boa Snakes in Telangana
Context : The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence recovered two Indian Red Sand Boa snakes during an anti-wildlife trafficking operation.
Key Highlights:
- The case exposed the continuing threat of illegal wildlife trafficking.
- Red Sand Boas are trafficked due to myths regarding medicinal and occult practices.
- Wildlife trafficking threatens biodiversity conservation and ecological balance.
- Enforcement agencies are increasingly relying on intelligence-led operations.
Key Facts:
- Indian Red Sand Boa (Eryx johnii) is a non-venomous snake.
- Wildlife trafficking is prohibited under Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
- India is a signatory to CITES.
- Illegal wildlife trade is among the world’s largest organised crimes.