Rare Himalayan Vulture Rescued in Kurigram

Local residents have rescued an injured rare Himalayan Vulture in Rajarhat upazila of Kurigram. The bird was found on Thursday afternoon at Harishwartaluk area under Rajarhat union, drawing a crowd of curious onlookers to the spot.

Following information from locals, Rajarhat forest department's acting officer Md. Ariful Islam rescued and brought the vulture to the Kurigram range office. The forest department noted that the Himalayan Vulture is a migratory bird that typically visits Bangladesh from the Himalayan region during winter, sometimes growing weak from the long journey.

After primary identification and observation of its physical condition, the vulture was sent to the Rangpur divisional forest officer's office on Friday afternoon for necessary treatment and care.

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