During the raid, K.R., a resident of the Khazarasp district of the Khorezm region, was detained while attempting to sell a rare bird, the lesser kestrel, listed in the Red Book of Uzbekistan, through social media.

For information: The lesser kestrel is a migratory species listed in the Red Book of Uzbekistan and the IUCN Red List as near-threatened. It is found in the Western Tien-Shan and Pamir-Alay mountains, the expansive Kyzylkum desert, and the valleys of the Amu Darya and Zarafshan rivers.

As a result of this incident, an administrative protocol was drawn up against the violator under Article 92 of the Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan on Administrative Responsibility, and a fine of 5 BCV (1 million 875 thousand sums) was imposed.

The seized lesser kestrel was transferred to the Khorezm National Nature Park for a health checkup. After receiving the necessary treatment, the bird will be released back into the wild.