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Odisha Forest Department has rescued several American Brown Pelicans in Paradip as they sustained injuries during Cyclone Amphan that has wreaked havoc in the coastal state."American Brown Pelicans were found here. They lost their way due to Cyclone Amphan. Locals found them on the ground as they got injured during the cyclone and fell down from the sky. We have rescued an American Brown Pelican and it is under treatment. We are rescuing more such birds," Arjun Sahu, a social activist for mals, Odisha told .Some rare birds were found on the ground at various places including GJI colony and Madhuban area of Paradip. Following the incident, locals flocked to these spots and handed over these birds to the forest department for proper treatment.As per officials, migratory birds flock to the Paradeep port during the winter season. While some of them return back, these pelicans found here are said to be among those birds who had stayed here.In the wake of Cyclone Amphan, 75 veterinary teams have been deployed in the affected areas for ensuring mal care. 79 number of veterinary doctors and 310 para-vets and attendants engaged. 32 mal health camps have been orgsed and 1242 number of mals treated.( With inputs from ANI )

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National :Odisha Forest Department rescues American Brown Pelicans hit by Cyclone Amphan

Odisha Forest Department has rescued several American brown pelicans in Paradip as they sustained injuries during Cyclone Amphan that has wreaked havoc in the coastal state. ...