Three rescued orangutans currently under care in Odisha have been diagnosed with anaemia following medical evaluations, according to state wildlife and veterinary officials reported by *The Hindu — National*.
The health assessments were initiated after one of the juvenile orangutans developed a fever, prompting authorities to conduct detailed diagnostic evaluations across a group of five rescued primates.
Medical Screenings and Diagnosis
Veterinary teams conducted comprehensive health check-ups on all five primates to evaluate their overall physical condition and detect underlying illnesses. The diagnostic procedures included X-rays and routine blood tests.
The clinical findings confirmed that three of the juvenile orangutans are suffering from anaemia. Medical personnel initiated the screenings to address immediate symptoms after the fever arose, ensuring that any infectious or nutritional deficiencies could be identified and managed under controlled conditions.
Ongoing Investigation into Primate Trafficking
While veterinary professionals continue monitoring and treating the primates, law enforcement and wildlife officials have been pursuing inquiries into how the animals entered the state. Primate species such as orangutans are non-native to India, frequently pointing toward illicit exotic wildlife trade networks.
According to the dispatch, investigators have yet to achieve a major breakthrough in the probe regarding the source of the animals, the trafficking routes used, or the individuals responsible for transporting them into Odisha. Authorities remain focused on stabilizing the health of the rescued primates while tracing the logistical network tied to their transit.
