The Himalayan Mole (Euroscaptor micrurus), a rare species endemic to the Himalayan region, was rescued by the Assam Forest Department after being swept away by the currents of the Manas River. The animal was later safely released into its natural habitat inside Manas National Park.
The Himalayan Mole is a burrowing mammal that spends most of its life in underground tunnels, making sightings in the wild extremely rare. The rescue highlights the importance of wildlife conservation and habitat protection in Assam’s protected areas.
APSC Relevance: Environment; Biodiversity.
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