After Tigress, Cubs & Monkeys, 20 Peacocks Die in K’taka: Report
In a shocking and alarming turn of events, 20 peacocks were found dead on a farmland in Karnataka’s Hanumanthapura village, just days after the deaths of a tigress and her four cubs in the same region. The gruesome discovery has left wildlife experts and officials baffled, and an investigation has been launched to determine the cause of death.
This latest incident is the fourth reported death of a wild animal in the region in a short span of time. Earlier, a tigress and her four cubs were found dead in Male Mahadeshwara Hills, sparking concerns about the safety and well-being of wildlife in the area. An investigation was ordered by Karnataka forest minister Eshwar Khandre into the “unnatural death” of the tigress and her cubs.
The latest incident came to light when a farmer in Hanumanthapura village reported finding the dead peacocks on his farmland. The farmer, who wished to remain anonymous, told local authorities that he had seen no signs of struggle or injury on the birds’ bodies. The carcasses were sent for examination to determine the cause of death, with officials from the forest department and local police conducting an inspection at the site.
The deaths of the peacocks are the latest in a series of mysterious and worrying events in the region. The tigress and her cubs were found dead in a forest area, with no obvious signs of injury or struggle. Wildlife experts had initially suspected that the tigress may have been killed by poachers or hunters, but an investigation later revealed that the animals had died from “unnatural causes”.
The deaths of the monkeys, which were also found dead in the same region, are still under investigation. While the exact cause of death is yet to be determined, officials have speculated that the animals may have died from poisoning or other forms of human intervention.
The recent spate of animal deaths in Karnataka has raised concerns about the safety and well-being of wildlife in the state. Wildlife experts have called for increased efforts to protect and conserve wildlife, as well as for stricter enforcement of laws and regulations aimed at preventing animal cruelty and poaching.
“The recent deaths of these animals are a wake-up call for us to take serious action to protect and conserve wildlife in the state,” said a senior wildlife official. “We need to work together to address the root causes of these deaths and ensure that these animals are safe and secure in their natural habitats.”
The deaths of the peacocks, tigress, and monkeys have also sparked concerns about the impact of human activities on wildlife. The destruction of natural habitats, pollution, and human-wildlife conflict are all major threats to wildlife conservation, and experts say that urgent action is needed to address these issues.
In the meantime, an investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of death of the peacocks and other animals. Officials are working to gather evidence and interviews from local residents and farmers to piece together what happened.
As the investigation continues, wildlife experts and officials are urging the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity or sightings of wild animals in distress. By working together, we can ensure the safety and well-being of wildlife in Karnataka and beyond.
