Baby orangutans are adorable, but five in a forest in India is a telltale sign of animal trafficking

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Orangutans, rare reptiles and other exotic animals are popping up in India, suggesting the country is becoming a major destination for trafficked wildlife.

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  • Reported by Deutsche Welle and published Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:18:00 UTC.

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