The entry into force of a new Russian Government decree, which imposes the mandatory registration of domestic birds, camels and reindeer, triggered a wave of public ridicule and a small administrative crisis throughout the country.
The decree requires animal owners to register their livestock and poultry with the competent authorities, which caused long queues at public offices.
Russian citizens were seen waiting to be served with their chickens and other pets to comply with the new legal requirements.
The measure apparently aims to better control the animal population in the country, but has been widely criticized for the way it is being implemented and for the impact it is having on the daily lives of Russians.
