After a tiger in Bronx Zoo in US tested positive for coronavirus, the central zoo authority in India on Monday (6 April) asked all zoos across the country to remain on high alert and collect samples fortnightly in suspected cases, reports Economic Times.

In a letter to all states and Union territories, CZA Member Secretary SP Yadav said, "The United States Department of Agriculture's National Veterinary Services Laboratories has confirmed COVID-19 in a tiger in the Bronx Zoo, New York.

"Zoos in the country are, therefore, advised to remain on highest alertness, watch animals on 24X7 basis using CCTVs for any abnormal behaviour or symptoms.”