Endangered leopard shot dead by locals in Balochistan, Pakistan, violating wildlife protection laws.
A rare, endangered leopard was shot dead by locals near Sui in Dera Bugti, Balochistan, Pakistan, as it posed a threat to their livestock. The incident has sparked outrage on social media. The Pakistan Wildlife Department lists the common leopard as a protected species, making it illegal to hunt. Leopards are threatened by habitat loss, the pelt business, and local residents' lack of education.
June 24, 2024
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