The Hindu·4 min read·medium
Video of actor Vikram with Lar Gibbon: Tamil Nadu Forest Department probes
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The Hindu Bureau
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The Tamil Nadu Forest Department is investigating the possession of a Lar Gibbon after a viral video showed actor Vikram interacting with the endangered primate. Authorities are verifying the legality of the animal's transfer and ownership documentation, as the species is protected under CITES Appendix I.
The Tamil Nadu Forest Department has sought an ownership certificate and other documents from individuals for possession of a Lar Gibbon, after a video of actor Vikram playing with and hugging the animal went viral and drew backlash.
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