Maned wolf is rescued in the municipal garden of Itatiaia Disclosure/City Hall of Itatiaia A maned wolf was rescued this Thursday morning (23) in the Horto Municipal area, in the Vila Odete neighborhood, in Itatiaia (RJ). The action was carried out by the Special Environmental Group (GEMA), of the Municipal Guard, together with the Fire Department. According to the Municipal Guard, the animal was located after teams were called and captured using specialized wildlife management techniques, without suffering any injuries. Still according to the corporation, after the rescue, the maned wolf was sent to the Municipal Zoo of Volta Redonda (RJ), where it underwent clinical examinations and veterinary evaluation. After being considered suitable, he was returned to his natural habitat on Thursday afternoon (23).
Maned wolf is rescued in Itatiaia and returned to its natural habitat
Maned wolf is rescued in the municipal garden of Itatiaia Disclosure/City Hall of Itatiaia A maned wolf was rescued this Thursday morning (23) in the Horto Municipal area, in the Vila Odete neighborhood, in Itatiaia...
Although it is more common in Cerrado areas, the maned wolf can also be found in transition regions and in preserved areas close to the Itatiaia National Park. The presence of the species in the region highlights the importance of preserving natural environments and ecological corridors. ?Click here and join the g1 channel on WhatsApp The guideline is that, when encountering a wild animal, the population should not try to approach, feed or capture it. In these cases, GEMA must be contacted by telephone (24) 3352-6752 or the Fire Department via 193. Maned wolf is rescued in municipal garden in Itatiaia Disclosure/City Hall of Itatiaia VIDEOS: the news that aired on TV Rio Sul
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