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Leopard Kills Cow, Raigad Villagers Fearful
21 Feb
Summary
- A leopard killed a cow in the remote hilly area of Mahalagur Morewadi.
- The forest department has issued advisories for locals to stay cautious.
- Leopard presence was not recorded in the recent wildlife census.
Fear has gripped the villagers of Mahalagur Morewadi in Poladpur, Raigad, following a recent leopard attack that resulted in the death of a cow. The victim's owner discovered the animal with characteristic leopard injuries. Forest guards conducted an on-site investigation. Officials are advising residents to remain vigilant, keep children supervised, and avoid nighttime travel. This event is particularly concerning as the recent wildlife census had not indicated any leopard presence in the Poladpur range. However, anecdotal evidence, including photos of leopards near vehicles, has surfaced in the Kotwal area, suggesting a potential undercount or recent movement of these big cats.
