Leopard that attacked poultry captured in Forest dept cage in Kerala’s Thrissur
A leopard that had been targeting poultry in Kerala's Thrissur district was successfully trapped by the Forest Department. The animal will be relocated according to standard wildlife management protocols.
Why it matters
Human-wildlife conflict remains a significant issue in rural areas, necessitating effective management strategies to protect both local livelihoods and wildlife.
A leopard was trapped early on Tuesday in a cage set up by the Forest Department at Vettikkuzhi in Kodassery, near Chalakudy, in Thrissur district of Kerala, after repeated attacks on poultry in the area.
The cage had been installed at the house of Chakkalakkal Joy about two weeks ago after the leopard killed several poultry birds on the property.
Forest officials reached the spot soon after the animal was captured and said it would be shifted from the area shortly.
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