Does Andhra Pradesh have law for protecting peacocks in Guntur forests?
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Peacocks in Guntur forests are protected under the Andhra Pradesh Rent Control Act 1960 read with the Wildlife Protection Act which prohibits hunting and trade in peacock parts. The Andhra Pradesh High Court has directed Andhra Pradesh forest departments to prevent peacock poaching in Guntur forests. Violations of the Andhra Pradesh Rent Control Act 1960 can lead to imprisonment and fine for hunting or possessing peacock feathers in Guntur. The Andhra Pradesh High Court has emphasized habitat conservation for peacocks in Guntur. Complaints about peacock poaching can be filed with the Guntur forest range officer. The Andhra Pradesh Rent Control Act 1960 may provide for community awareness programs in Guntur. Peacock deaths due to pesticide poisoning in Guntur agricultural areas have drawn Andhra Pradesh High Court scrutiny.
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