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High demand for SL monkey from Other Nations

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) —Sri Lankan Agriculture Minister Mahinda Amaraweera has revealed that there is a high demand from foreign nations for Sri Lankan toque macaque monkeys. The Minister said that a similar request from a Chinese firm had gained international media attention, leading to requests from many other countries to export monkeys…

ByadminOctober 6, 20230Comments

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Minister calls for Internal Investigation into Shooting at Perahera elephant

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) —Acting Minister of Defence Pramitha Bandara Tennakoon has called for an impartial inquiry into the shooting of Perahera elephant 'Sita' by a Civil Security Department (CSD) personnel. The CSD has initiated an internal disciplinary investigation, and disciplinary action will be taken against CSD personnel if found guilty. The…

ByadminOctober 1, 20230Comments

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Cabinet Approves Program to Control Forest Fires

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) — Cabinet approval has been granted for a program to prevent and extinguish forest fires, with government and national party support. 150 fires have been reported this year, destroying around 2,600 hectares. Common causes include man-made fires, particularly during dry weather, in districts like Badulla, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Matale, Moneragala,…

ByadminSeptember 27, 20230Comments

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President says Protecting Elephants Important, need to Preserve Ancient Customs too

KANDY, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) — President Ranil Wickremesinghe has emphasized the importance of elephant protection and the preservation of ancient customs in Sri Lanka. He called for constructive negotiations to resolve challenges like acquiring tame elephants for the annual Esala Perahera festival. Diyawadana Nilame of Sri Dalada Maligawa Pradeep Nilanga Dela handed…

ByadminSeptember 1, 20230Comments

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Hilton Hotel Chain Under Fire for Setting Up Resort in Yala Elephant Migration Trail

Social media users are up in arms over the decision by the Hilton Hotel chain to set up a resort in Yala National Park, Sri Lanka and especially use the said elephant trail as a marketing tool. The resort, which is called the Hilton Yala Resort, is located on a natural elephant migration trail. This…

ByReporter BirdAugust 23, 20230Comments

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Elephant Agbo weakens, Wildlife Minister warns

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) —Minister of Wildlife Pavithra Wanniarachchi stated that the elephant Agbo, suffering from gunshot injuries, is weakening. An advance of Rs 50,000 has been given to the veterinary specialist treating the animal, and more funds are being allocated. No foreign assistance is needed for treatment. He further stated that,…

ByadminAugust 11, 20230Comments

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Ban on Entry to Wildlife Reserves and Forest Conservation Areas in Nuwara Eliya

NUWARA ELIYA, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) — Nuwara Eliya District Secretary Nandana Galabada has banned entering wildlife and forest conservation reserves, climbing mountains, and camping in these areas. The decision was made following the discovery of a mysterious woman's body on the Great Western Mountains. Visitors must obtain approval from government agencies and…

ByadminAugust 7, 20230Comments

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Wildlife Conservation Warns Legal Action against Feeding Wild Elephants on Roads

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) —The Department of Wildlife Conservation in Sri Lanka warns against feeding wild elephants on main roads near forest areas, as it is considered an offense under the Flora and Fauna Protection Ordinance. The department has observed an increase in wild elephants obstructing vehicles on main roads in search of food.…

ByadminJuly 28, 20230Comments

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Online Permit System for National Park Access

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) —The Wildlife Conservation Department has introduced an online permit system for tourists to access national parks, reducing inconveniences caused by computer-issued tickets. This system is convenient for crew operators and can be followed by local tourists.

ByadminJuly 26, 20230Comments

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Man Attacked by Wild Elephant

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) — A 63-year-old man was killed in a wild elephant attack in Gonagan Ara yesterday, June 19. According to preliminary investigations, he had been attacked by the wild elephant while rearing cattle The victim was a resident of Okkampitiya.

ByadminJune 20, 20230Comments

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Wild Life

High demand for SL monkey from Other Nations

Minister calls for Internal Investigation into Shooting at Perahera elephant

Cabinet Approves Program to Control Forest Fires

President says Protecting Elephants Important, need to Preserve Ancient Customs too

Hilton Hotel Chain Under Fire for Setting Up Resort in Yala Elephant Migration Trail

Elephant Agbo weakens, Wildlife Minister warns

Ban on Entry to Wildlife Reserves and Forest Conservation Areas in Nuwara Eliya

Wildlife Conservation Warns Legal Action against Feeding Wild Elephants on Roads

Online Permit System for National Park Access

Man Attacked by Wild Elephant

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