A rare pangolin was rescued from Vashi while buying sold by two poachers, who were arrested on Wednesday, police said. Vashi police said that the pangolin was rescued in a joint operation with the Thane Forest Department and the Resqink Association for Wildlife Welfare (RAWW), reported the Indian Express.

When medically examined, the pangolin was found dehydrated and traumatised due to captivity and had sustained minor injuries, police sources said. The pangolin was handed over the RAWW for its medical examination and care.