Does Kerala have law for protecting peacocks in Kannur forests?
RA Asked by Rahul Saxena from India
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Peacocks in Kannur forests are protected under the Kerala Rent Control Act 1963 read with the Wildlife Protection Act which prohibits hunting and trade in peacock parts. The Kerala High Court has directed Kerala forest departments to prevent peacock poaching in Kannur forests.
Violations of the Kerala Rent Control Act 1963 can lead to imprisonment and fine for hunting or possessing peacock feathers in Kannur. The Kerala High Court has emphasized habitat conservation for peacocks in Kannur.
Complaints about peacock poaching can be filed with the Kannur forest range officer. The Kerala Rent Control Act 1963 may provide for community awareness programs in Kannur.
Peacock deaths due to pesticide poisoning in Kannur agricultural areas have drawn Kerala High Court scrutiny.
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