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Villagers Capture Attacking Leopard in Dudhwa Buffer Zone
25 Mar
Summary
- Villagers captured a leopard that attacked two people in Dudhwa buffer zone.
- The captured leopard was a female and is undergoing examination by vets.
- Increased big cat movements cause human-animal conflicts in the buffer zone.
Villagers in the Dudhwa buffer zone recently captured a leopard after it attacked two individuals working in their fields. The incident occurred in the Majhgain range, near Dudhwa reserved forests, an area known for leopard activity. Forest officials were alerted and rushed to the scene, rescuing the female leopard. Both injured individuals were reported to be out of danger and are receiving medical attention.
The captured leopard has been transported for a thorough physical examination by veterinary experts. A decision regarding its release will be made by competent authorities following this assessment. This event is the second instance of villagers apprehending a leopard this year in the Dudhwa buffer zone, underscoring the rising human-animal conflict in the region.
Forest officials are actively patrolling conflict-prone areas within the Dudhwa buffer zone, which has become increasingly busy due to frequent big cat movements near human settlements. Since February 2, eight leopards and one tiger have been captured by forest officials. Authorities are engaging with villagers residing near reserved forests to foster cooperation in preventing further human-animal conflicts and ensuring the safety of both populations.
