After tigress, cubs & monkeys, 20 peacocks die in K’taka: Report
Karnataka has been witnessing a series of mysterious animal deaths in recent weeks, leaving wildlife experts and officials perplexed. In the latest incident, 20 peacocks were found dead on a farmland in Hanumanthapura village, adding to the list of deceased animals that includes a tigress, her four cubs, and several monkeys.
The grim discovery was made on a farm in Chamarajanagar district, where the peacocks were found dead in a field. According to reports, the farm owner had noticed the birds struggling to fly away and had alerted the local authorities.
The carcasses of the peacocks were sent for examination to determine the cause of death. Officials from the forest department, including the district forest officer, inspected the site and collected samples from the dead birds.
This is the third such incident of mass animal deaths in Karnataka in recent weeks. Earlier, a tigress and her four cubs were found dead in Male Mahadeshwara Hills, sparking widespread concern and an investigation by the forest department. The cause of death in that case is still unknown.
The latest incident has raised concerns about the health and well-being of animals in the state. Wildlife experts have pointed out that the deaths of multiple animals in a short span of time could be a sign of a larger environmental issue.
“The deaths of so many animals in a short span of time is a cause for concern,” said Dr. Suresh, a wildlife expert. “It could be a sign of a larger issue such as pollution, habitat destruction, or disease. We need to investigate further to determine the cause of death and take steps to prevent such incidents in the future.”
The Karnataka forest minister, Eshwar Khandre, has ordered an investigation into the deaths of the tigress and her cubs, and it is likely that a similar investigation will be launched into the deaths of the peacocks.
The mass deaths of animals in Karnataka have also raised questions about the state’s ability to protect its wildlife. The state has been facing a series of challenges, including habitat destruction, human-animal conflict, and poaching, which have all taken a toll on its wildlife population.
“The state government needs to take immediate action to address the concerns of wildlife conservation,” said wildlife activist, Suresh Kumar. “We need to protect our wildlife and their habitats, and provide them with a safe and healthy environment to thrive.”
The deaths of the peacocks and other animals in Karnataka serve as a reminder of the importance of conservation and wildlife protection. It is essential that the state government takes concrete measures to address the challenges facing its wildlife population and ensure the long-term survival of its species.
