The members of Union of Wildlife Activists - Goa, rescued a Malabar Giant Squirrel (Ratufa indica) at Paachmi, Khandepar. This juvenile rodent was found in injured condition by Mr. Yogiraj Gobre in his orchard. Many giant squirrels have been sighted in the region in past few years.
These squirrels come to the orchard and consume coconuts and betel nuts. Hence they are killed. It is the state animal of Maharastra. Yet has gained much significance.
