India, Feb. 23 -- The forest department has banned photography in the forest area near Deulgaon village in Pune district's Supe region after receiving multiple complaints about unethical bird call playback practices. The restriction, imposed on February 22, warns of stringent action against violators.

Bird call playback is a technique used to attract birds by playing recorded calls or songs, often employed by birdwatchers and photographers. While this method aids in spotting rare or elusive species, it is considered unlawful under Section 9 of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, as it can be misused by photographers and hunters, ultimately harming birds.

In Pune, the practice is commonly used to capture images of migratory or rare bird s...