Lam Dong (VNA) – Authorities in Ham Kiem commune, the central province of Lam Dong, said on June 23 that they had received a rare pangolin voluntarily handed over by a local resident.
The animal was discovered by Do Van Sy, a resident of Dai Thanh village, on the morning of June 22.
After identifying the animal as a live pangolin – a rare and protected wild species – he proactively notified the authorities and handed it over in accordance with legal regulations.
Initial examination showed that the 10kg pangolin appears to be in good health, shows no visible signs of injury and retains normal mobility.
Ham Kiem Police, together with relevant agencies, have completed the necessary documentation to transfer it to the Ham Thuan Nam forest protection department for care and subsequent release back into its natural habitat.
Pangolins belong to the group of endangered, precious and rare forest species prioritised for protection under Vietnamese law.
Authorities noted that the voluntary handover of rare wildlife by members of the public not only contributes to the protection of endangered species but also reflects growing public awareness and community responsibility in biodiversity conservation and forest resource protection./.
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Pangolins, scaly mammals capable of curling into a ball for self-defence, are classified as critically endangered and are strictly protected under both Vietnamese and international law.
