human-wildlife conflict
Man Harasses Wild Elephant in West Bengal: Viral Video Shows Tail Pulling and Stone Throwing Sparks Nationwide Outrage
Oct 15, 2025 04:38 pm CST
A viral video from West Bengal shows a man pulling a wild elephant's tail and throwing stones at a herd, triggering widespread outrage across social media. The incident highlights growing human-wildlife conflicts as forest habitats shrink, with experts warning such harassment violates India's Wildlife Protection Act and poses dangers to both animals and humans.
Living with Lions: The Delicate Balance of Human-Wildlife Coexistence in Nairobi
Oct 08, 2025 05:06 pm CST
In Kenya's capital, residents live alongside approximately 2,000 remaining lions, creating both wondrous encounters and tragic conflicts. This firsthand account explores the conservation challenges facing the Kenya Wildlife Service as urban development shrinks wildlife habitats around Nairobi National Park, highlighting the urgent need for better education about predator behavior and sustainable solutions to preserve this unique wilderness while ensuring human safety.
Tragic Leopard Attack Claims Life of 5-Year-Old Boy in Maharashtra's Gondia District
Sep 26, 2025 08:16 pm CST
A devastating wildlife incident occurred in Maharashtra's Gondia district where a leopard attacked and fatally mauled a five-year-old boy named Ansh Prakash Mandal in Sanjaynagar village. The attack triggered community protests highlighting growing human-wildlife conflicts in the region. Forest officials are addressing safety concerns following this tragic incident.