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Asian Black Bears Seized From Thailand's Tiger Temple

Asian Black Bears Seized From Thailand's Tiger Temple

Authorities seized six Asian black bears from Thailand's famous Tiger Temple after a standoff with monks and disciples, local media reported yesterday (April 4).

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By Khaosod English

Sunday 5 April 2015 05:13 PM


Thai wildlife officials seize Asian black bears from the Tiger Temple in Kanchanaburi province on April 3. Thai officials seized at least six illegally possessed Asian black bears from the Tiger Temple, which has been allegedly abusing and trafficking wild animals.

Thai wildlife officials seize Asian black bears from the Tiger Temple in Kanchanaburi province on April 3. Thai officials seized at least six illegally possessed Asian black bears from the Tiger Temple, which has been allegedly abusing and trafficking wild animals.

Officials were blocked from entering the temple grounds earlier in the week. 

The bears were discovered Wednesday (April 1) when wildlife officers visited the temple to investigate a report of three missing tigers.

Officials said the temple was not authorised to have Asian black bears, which are a protected species.

Hornbill birds and Siamese fireback pheasant were previously confiscated from the temple located 180 kilometres northwest of Bangkok.

Officials said they would continue to investigate the report of missing tigers.

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