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A man was arrested by the National Police in Alasora, Madagascar, on Wednesday, September 17, 2026, for the illegal transport of protected wildlife. The suspect was apprehended at the Amoronakona bus station following a tip from a member of the public regarding a shipment originating from Toliara.
Authorities reported that the individual was in possession of tarondros (chameleons), katsatsaka (geckos), and arazamboa (chameleons). According to police, the animals were being transported in bottles and were intended for sale in Antananarivo, with the ultimate goal of being exported abroad.
Officers from the Alasora police station conducted a search and confirmed the presence of the protected species, leading to the immediate arrest of the suspect. The case has been referred to the Ministry of the Environment for further investigation.
The National Police emphasized that the possession and sale of protected animals are prohibited under Malagasy law and carry significant penalties. Officials credited the arrest to public cooperation and reiterated that protecting the nation’s wildlife remains a collective responsibility.
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