Leopard Scare in Kanjikode: Search Operation Launched by Forest Department

Forest officials have commenced a search operation in Kanjikode following suspicion that a cow was killed by a leopard. This discovery, adjacent to forest land where wild animal sightings are frequent, has prompted the installation of camera traps. Potential future measures include a cage trap to capture and relocate the leopard.

The Forest Department took swift action on Sunday, launching a search operation in Kanjikode after a cow was reportedly killed by a leopard. Officials confirmed that the cow, belonging to Suresh from Payattukad, was discovered dead with injuries consistent with a leopard attack.

The incident occurred near forest land, an area known for frequent wildlife sightings, raising concerns about the presence of a leopard. In response, the department has decided to implement preventive measures, including the installation of camera traps to confirm the animal's existence.

Further, officials stated that if additional attacks occur, a cage trap will be deployed to safely capture and relocate the leopard, aiming to mitigate the risk to local livestock and residents.