On May 26, the Ho Chi Minh City Forest Protection Department, in coordination with police in Ba Ria Ward, carried out an unannounced inspection at an ornamental wildlife business on Cach Mang Thang Tam Street.
During the inspection, officers discovered 45 red-whiskered bulbuls being kept at the premises. Only 10 birds were accompanied by documents proving their lawful origin, while the owner could not provide valid paperwork for the remaining 35 birds.
HCM City authorities find several red-whiskered bulbuls of unclear origin during the inspection on May 26 (Photo: Ho Chi Minh City police).
Authorities drew up an administrative violation record and temporarily seized the 35 undocumented birds for further investigation and handling in accordance with the law.
Police in Ba Ria Ward and relevant agencies said they would continue inspecting ornamental wildlife businesses and strengthen efforts to combat the illegal possession and trade of wild animals.