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Reuters A Kashmiri Fur Dealer Separates Skins of Endangered Animals

Date: 29-May-07
Country: INDIAN ADMINISTERED KASHMIR
Author: Fayaz Kabli

A Kashmiri Fur Dealer Separates Skins of Endangered Animals Photo: Fayaz Kabli
Photo: Fayaz Kabli

Wildlife authorities in Indian Kashmir said on Monday they plan to destroy nearly 850,000 animal skins and garments made from endangered animal hides, in a campaign to protect wildlife across the Himalayan region.

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