A joint operation conducted by the Special Task Force (STF) and Wildlife Conservation authorities has led to the arrest of two suspects in Kuruvita, following the discovery of a cache of wild animal parts believed to be part of an illegal trafficking network. Raid Uncovers Protected Animal PartsThe suspects were apprehended during a targeted raid in the Kuruvita area, where officers recovered a significant quantity of parts belonging to strictly protected wild animals. The operation highlights the ongoing threat posed by illegal wildlife trade across Sri Lanka, a country recognised internationally for its rich and diverse biodiversity. Sri Lanka's wildlife laws impose strict penalties on those found guilty of trading in protected animal species, with offenders facing significant prison terms and fines under the Fauna and Flora Protection Ordinance. Authorities have indicated that further arrests may follow as the probe into the wider trafficking network progresses.