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Injured Rare Deer Found After Leopard Cat Carcass Discovery
4 Jan
Summary
- An injured rare deer was rescued from the Bhuban Hills forest belt.
- The rescue occurred a day after a leopard cat carcass was found.
- Forest officials are investigating the cause of the deer's injury.
An injured rare species of deer was rescued on Friday from the Kalakhal forest range at the foothills of the Bhuban Hills in Cachar district. This rescue comes just a day after the carcass of a leopard cat was found in the same forest belt, escalating worries about wildlife safety. Laborers working within the reserve forest discovered the deer amidst dense bushes and immediately alerted forest authorities.
Personnel from the Maniarkhal forest range quickly responded, taking the injured animal into their care. It was then transported to the Maniarkhal forest beat office, where it received initial medical treatment. Forest officials are actively investigating the cause of the deer's injuries and have stated that veterinary assistance will be provided if necessary. The animal will be released back into its natural habitat once fully recovered.
The proximity of these two incidents has caused alarm among local villagers. Many suspect illegal hunting or human interference, prompting calls for a thorough investigation and stringent action against any perpetrators. The Bhuban Hills reserve forest is a vital habitat, and these events highlight the urgent need for enhanced wildlife protection measures in the region.
