MANILA, Philippines — The Manila’s Market Administration Office has shut down two stalls at the Arranque Market for allegedly selling an endangered myna bird. According to Arranque Market supervisor Ruth Almodovar, a helper named Jerry Salaguste sold the bird for P10,500. During the operation, the Market Administration Office also ordered to temporarily close down two stalls owned by one Mayet de Jesus. The Market Administration Office said that while De Jesus was not present during the operation, anything that happens in her store is her responsibility. Meanwhile, the myna bird was turned over to the Manila Public Recreation Bureau.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer July 21, 2020 08:03 UTC