A Marsican brown bear died
in the Abruzzo National Park during an operation to capture and
tag "problematic" animals Thursday.
The animal showed respiratory problems starting from the
first phase of bringing it under control with a tranquiliser
dart, the park management said.
The operation took place according to protocols in force, the
park management said.
"Its the first time we have been faced with an anaesthetic
emergency during a capture," said park chief Antonio Carrara.
"Although the protocol reduces the risks for the bear to a
minimum, they cannot be ruled out completely.
"I confirm my full confidence in the park staff and I hope
the post-mortem examination will shed full light on the cause of
death".
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