Leopards spotted roaming at night near residential areas in Parambikulam, Pollachi, causing panic among locals. Video of leopard near guest house goes viral on social media.
Coimbatore: Residents of Parambikulam, near Pollachi, are living in fear as leopards have been spotted prowling through residential areas at night. The area, situated at the foothills of the Western Ghats, falls under the Anamalai Tiger Reserve.
A video circulating on social media shows a leopard roaming near the Parambikulam Guest House, raising concerns among the local population. The nocturnal visits of these big cats to areas close to human habitation have caused significant anxiety among the residents.
The frequent sightings of leopards in populated areas have prompted locals to call for immediate action from the Forest Department. Residents are urging officials to take appropriate measures to drive the leopards back into the dense forest areas, away from human settlements.
The situation highlights the ongoing challenges of human-wildlife conflict in areas bordering forest reserves. As human settlements expand closer to wildlife habitats, such encounters become more frequent, necessitating a delicate balance between conservation efforts and human safety.
Forest Department officials are expected to assess the situation and implement strategies to mitigate the risk to both humans and wildlife. This may include increased patrolling, awareness programs for residents, and potential relocation of the leopards if deemed necessary.
As the video continues to circulate online, it serves as a stark reminder of the proximity of wildlife to human habitations in this region, and the need for coexistence strategies that protect both the local fauna and the safety of residents.
A video circulating on social media shows a leopard roaming near the Parambikulam Guest House, raising concerns among the local population. The nocturnal visits of these big cats to areas close to human habitation have caused significant anxiety among the residents.
The frequent sightings of leopards in populated areas have prompted locals to call for immediate action from the Forest Department. Residents are urging officials to take appropriate measures to drive the leopards back into the dense forest areas, away from human settlements.
The situation highlights the ongoing challenges of human-wildlife conflict in areas bordering forest reserves. As human settlements expand closer to wildlife habitats, such encounters become more frequent, necessitating a delicate balance between conservation efforts and human safety.
Forest Department officials are expected to assess the situation and implement strategies to mitigate the risk to both humans and wildlife. This may include increased patrolling, awareness programs for residents, and potential relocation of the leopards if deemed necessary.
As the video continues to circulate online, it serves as a stark reminder of the proximity of wildlife to human habitations in this region, and the need for coexistence strategies that protect both the local fauna and the safety of residents.