Exotic Incident #1873
Incident Date:
11/20/2012
Location:
Woodville, RI - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Animal health issue (RX)
Species:
Other
Animal:
Nilgai
Animal disposition:
Summary:
An exotic antelope called a Nilgai escaped while being traquilized in preparation to be shipped to a sanctuary. Officials put out a statement warning people not to shoot the animal thinking it was a deer because the animal could pose a deadly threat to humans if consumed. An investigation is underway to whether permits were ever issued to keep the animals.
Action take by Born Free USA:
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