Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Reptile conservationists have appealed for the safe handling of stray snakes in homes to help preserve endangered species. Snakes implant a deep-rooted fear in many people. Uganda is home to over 110 venomous and non-venomous snake species. Of those, 15 of the species have been …
Read More »UWA starts removing marabou stork nestlings from parliament
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Wildlife Authority-UWA has started relocating the marabou storks and egrets from the precincts of Parliament. This follows concern from Members of Parliament that the birds have become a nuisance and could spread zoonotic diseases. The move follows a plea by State Minister for …
Read More »UWA to remove marabou stork nestlings from Parliament
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) will next week start the process of removing nests and nestling of Marabou storks and cattle egrets from Parliament. This follows concern from Members of Parliament that the birds have become a nuisance and could spread zoonotic diseases. The …
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