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Injured Tigress Rescued After Days of Starvation
12 Jul
Summary
- A sub-adult tigress was rescued due to hind leg injuries and weakness.
- The tigress suffered from prolonged starvation and inability to hunt.
- Specialized treatment is being provided in Jabalpur after the rescue.
A sub-adult tigress, approximately 15-18 months old, was rescued from Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh's Sagar district. The animal was suffering from significant hind leg injuries and profound weakness, indications of prolonged starvation and an inability to hunt.
Forest officials initiated intensive monitoring after a labourer was attacked on July 5. Subsequent observations revealed the tigress's struggle to walk and visible hind leg weakness, alongside a lack of recent kills, confirming her deteriorating condition.
A joint operation involving the forest department and wildlife veterinarians successfully tranquilized the tigress. Preliminary examinations indicated an empty stomach and impaired mobility due to leg injuries.
The rescued tigress has been transported to the Centre for Wildlife Health and Forensics in Jabalpur for comprehensive diagnostic tests, X-rays, and ongoing veterinary care, ensuring constant observation until her recovery.
