A quarantine has been introduced in the Nizhny Novgorod region due to a rabies outbreak.

      Restrictions have been introduced following the identification of an epizootic focus in the hunting economy of the region. Quarantine for rabies has been established in the Lyskovsky municipal district of the Nizhny Novgorod region. Restrictive measures have been implemented in the village of Krasny Oselok after the detection of an epizootic focus. The corresponding order has been posted on the legal information portal. The rabies focus has been recorded in the territory of the hunting economy "Nizhny Novgorod Regional Society of Hunters and Fishermen." A number of restrictions have been introduced during the quarantine period. The area is prohibited from being visited by outsiders, and the import and export of animals susceptible to the disease are also restricted. In addition, hunting such animals and skinning found carcasses are prohibited. The holding of exhibitions and fairs related to the movement and gathering of animals has also been suspended in the village. The capture of wild animals for subsequent export to zoos is separately restricted. It should be noted that a quarantine for cattle leukemia has been introduced in the Nizhny Novgorod region.