DIMAPUR: Wildlife Warden, Doyang Wildlife Division has has reiterated that hunting of wild animals and birds within the territorial jurisdiction of Nagaland has been strictly prohibited, as per the state government adoption of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 with effect from December 18, 1981.
According to an order issued by the Wildlife Warden, Doyang Wildlife Division, the only exceptions under the Act are vermin (such as certain species of rats) or when permission to hunt was accorded under specific provisions. Other than these, there are no exceptions in terms of time or species.
The order further stated that Amur Falcons are protected under the Act, and hunting, trapping, killing or selling them for food or possession is a criminal offence punishable with up to seven years of rigorous imprisonment, or a fine of Rs. 25,000, or both, under Sections 9 and 51 of the Act.
The Wildlife Warden cautioned that appropriate action would be initiated against any individual or group found violating the directives. In compliance with government instructions and in the interest of conserving wildlife populations in Wokha, Mokokchung and Zunheboto districts, all concerned have been directed to strictly adhere to the ban on trade and hunting of wild animals and birds.
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