Goat injured in suspected leopard attack near Anthiyur
A goat was injured in a suspected leopard attack near Anthiyur, causing alarm among local residents. Forest Department officials are monitoring the area with camera traps and cages to ensure public safety.
Why it matters
Reflects the ongoing human-wildlife conflict in rural areas and the necessity for effective wildlife management and surveillance.
A goat was injured in a suspected leopard attack at Easaparai near Anthiyur, adding to fears among residents who have been reporting leopard movement in the area.
The incident occurred late on Sunday night at the farm of Saravanan, a resident of Chettiyar Thottam. A wild animal is suspected to have entered the farm and attacked a tethered goat.
Hearing the goat’s cries and dogs barking, Saravanan came out of his house, following which the animal fled. The goat sustained bleeding injuries to its neck. Forest Department personnel inspected the injured goat and examined the pugmarks found at the site.
Based on the preliminary assessment, officials said the animal involved could be a leopard.
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