Wildlife Capture Safety Warning After Viral Video

This young man was very brave to secure the animal especially in an urban area but persons are strongly advised to exercise caution in matters like this.

While he would have been capable, we would like to warn others from “trying a thing” because the animal can end up getting hurt, or hurt you while trying to defend itself...

WEPTT has been in contact with the young man's family for some time now and have reached out to them. We understand that he has explained to his schoolmates that the animal can be aggressive and dangerous, and what he did shouldn't be attempted.

We know him to care about local wildlife and believe he was acting in the animal's best interests. He too understands that not everyone should attempt this and we thank him for encouraging others to do the right thing by contacting the relevant people.

Please call trained and experienced personnel who work alongside the Forestry Division, as it is also against the law to capture or harm these animals.

Wildlife and Environmental Protection of Trinidad and Tobago - WEPTT is one such organization and is always at your service to work with the Forestry Division to safely relocate these animals to their natural habitat.

Thank you for reading and sharing this wildlife safety tip!