Monkey of Green Guenon species confiscated in Nehora area
In a significant development, a green guenon monkey was seized from a private home in Moshav Nehora on Thursday. The Southern District Border Police, acting on intelligence, conducted a search of the house and discovered the monkey tied with a leash in the kitchen area. The monkey was being kept illegally, in violation of the law, and was promptly taken by inspectors from the Nature and Parks Authority for examination. After the initial checks, the monkey was transferred to a monkey shelter for continued care and comprehensive medical checks. The suspect believed to have held the monkey was detained for questioning. The Israel Police and Border Police will continue to act decisively in cooperation with the Nature and Parks Authority to eradicate the phenomenon of illegal possession of protected wildlife. This incident marks the 58th monkey seized since March, highlighting the ongoing issue of illegal wildlife possession in the region. The illegal possession of the green guenon monkey is part of a national effort to protect the public's safety and the welfare of animals. At present, there is no publicly available information about the suspect involved in this incident. The authorities are working diligently to investigate the matter further and ensure that justice is served. The public is reminded to report any suspected cases of illegal wildlife possession to the authorities immediately. Protecting our wildlife is a shared responsibility, and every bit of information can help in the fight against this illegal activity.
