After Tigress, Cubs & Monkeys, 20 Peacocks Die in K’taka: Report
In a bizarre and worrying series of events, 20 peacocks have been found dead on a farmland in Karnataka’s Hanumanthapura village, adding to the list of mysterious animal deaths in the state. This latest incident follows the deaths of a tigress and her four cubs in the Male Mahadeshwara Hills, as well as a group of monkeys that perished under unclear circumstances.
The discovery of the peacock carcasses has sent shockwaves through the local community, with officials scrambling to determine the cause of death. The farmland where the peacocks were found dead is located in the Mysuru district, and the investigation is being led by the local forest department and police.
The incident is the latest in a string of unexplained animal deaths in Karnataka, which has raised concerns about the state’s ecosystem and wildlife. The deaths of the tigress and her cubs, which were reported earlier this month, were initially thought to be due to natural causes, but an investigation was ordered after the post-mortem examination revealed no obvious signs of injury or disease.
The investigation into the tigress’s death is still ongoing, but officials have ruled out poaching or human-wildlife conflict as the cause of death. The state’s forest minister, Eshwar Khandre, has ordered a thorough probe into the matter and has assured the public that the government is taking the situation seriously.
The deaths of the monkeys, which were reported in the same region as the tigress and her cubs, are also being investigated. According to reports, the monkeys were found dead in a forest area, and officials are still trying to determine the cause of their death.
The latest incident involving the peacocks has raised concerns about the potential impact on the local ecosystem. Peacocks are an important part of the ecosystem, playing a crucial role in seed dispersal and pollination. Their deaths could have a ripple effect on the local food chain and potentially disrupt the balance of the ecosystem.
The investigation into the peacocks’ death is still in its early stages, but officials are examining the carcasses and collecting samples for further testing. The cause of death is still unknown, but officials are considering a range of possibilities, including disease, poisoning, and human-wildlife conflict.
The recent spate of animal deaths in Karnataka has raised concerns about the state’s environmental health and the impact of human activities on wildlife. The state government has been criticized for not doing enough to protect its wildlife and ecosystems, and the recent incidents have added to the pressure on officials to take action.
In the meantime, the public is being asked to report any suspicious animal deaths or unusual behavior to the authorities. The state’s forest department and wildlife experts are working together to investigate the incidents and determine the cause of death.
As the investigation into the peacocks’ death continues, the people of Karnataka are left wondering what is behind the sudden and mysterious deaths of so many animals. The state government has promised to take action to protect its wildlife and ecosystems, but the people are demanding more concrete action to prevent such incidents in the future.
