They’re a vulnerable species. 😳
A few months ago, a young boy was exploring the woods near his home in India when he stumbled upon a distressing sight. Up ahead was a wide, deep well. Peering down to the bottom, the boy saw two wild animals trapped with no means of escape.
Worried for their safety, the boy ran to his grandfather for help. Soon, rescuers from RESQ Charitable Trust arrived at the scene, ready to assist. The trapped animals were chousinghas, also known as four-horned antelopes. According to RESQ Charitable Trust, chousinghas are the smallest antelopes in Asia, known for their impressive jumps and nervous yet endearing nature. Protecting these animals is crucial, as they are currently listed as “vulnerable” on the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s list of threatened species.
Under the guidance of wildlife management director Tuhin Satarkar and RESQ Charitable Trust founder Neha Panchamiya, rescuers Sayli Pilane, Naresh Chandak, and Dr. Purva Nimkar quickly devised a plan to save the chousinghas. One team member rappelled down the well wall, gently grabbed the animals, and brought them back up to the waiting arms of the animal experts.
Back on steady ground, the chousinghas nervously assessed their rescuers. Veterinarians at the scene carefully examined the animals for any injuries and were relieved to find them in good health, ready to be released back into the wild.
Rescuers stood in awe as the grateful chousinghas bounded back into the trees, finally free from their ordeal.
“It’s always gratifying to facilitate a successful rescue,” a representative from RESQ Charitable Trust mentioned. “But this one was even more special, as the rescue happened very swiftly, followed by the immediate release back into their natural habitat.”