Two owls of an endangered species were attacked by a group of dogs in Panchanan Pally of Ward 4, Dhupguri.

One of the owls died in the incident while the other was rescued by a local named Uttam Ray, who happened to be passing through the area at the time. Ray took the owl to his residence and informed the Ward Councillor, Goutam Basak.

Basak took the injured owl to an environment lover organization called the Dooars Nature and Snake Lovers organization; where the members treated the bird with primary medical aid before handing it over to the Binnaguri Wildlife Squad.

Binnaguri Wildlife Squad’s Ranger, Jaldhar Ray, shared that the veterinary doctor will check the owl to review its health. Till then, the bird will be kept at the Lataguri Observation Centre.