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Karnataka and Andhra Forest Teams Launch Joint Leopard Hunt
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 09 Nov 2026, 10:03 AM
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Forest officials from Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh have begun a coordinated operation to capture a leopard that has been causing disturbances in the region.
Forest officials from Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh have launched a joint operation to capture a leopard that has been reported to roam the border areas between the two states. The animal has reportedly been responsible for several livestock attacks and poses a threat to local communities. Teams from both states will use tracking dogs, camera traps and aerial surveillance to locate the leopard. The operation aims to safely capture or relocate the animal to prevent further incidents. Officials have urged residents in the affected districts to report any sightings promptly.