Etawah Safari Park Executes Twin Wildlife Rescue Missions
In a significant demonstration of its commitment to wildlife protection, Etawah Safari Park in Uttar Pradesh has successfully concluded two critical animal rescue operations. Park authorities confirmed the rescue and treatment of a severely wounded male sambar deer and a young leopard cub that had fallen into a well. These back-to-back missions underscore the park's active role in regional wildlife conservation.
Rescue of the Critically Injured Sambar Deer
The first operation took place on December 2 in Chichauli village, located within the Aliganj Range of the Etah Forest Division. Forest officials discovered a male sambar deer suffering from multiple deep wounds. Acting swiftly on the directives of the principal chief conservator of forests (Wildlife), the team transported the injured animal to the park's deer safari quarantine facility.
Keeper Sudhir Kumar oversaw the crucial transfer process. Despite serious injuries near its rear and mouth, veterinarians began immediate treatment. Officials report that the sambar is now responding well, consuming green fodder, and is under strict veterinary surveillance. The animal will remain in quarantine until its wounds are fully healed, after which a decision will be made regarding its release into the safari area.
Leopard Cub's Recovery After Well Fall
The second rescue occurred earlier, on November 25, in Saufri village under the Khutar Range of the Shahjahanpur Forest Division. The subject was an approximately eight-month-old leopard cub that had accidentally fallen into a deep well. After its initial rescue by forest personnel, the cub was brought to Etawah Safari Park for care and rehabilitation.
The park's veterinary team monitored the cub closely, and it has now made a full recovery. The young leopard is consuming its regular diet and is in good health. With this addition, the total leopard population at the safari park has now reached 24 individuals.
A Testament to Conservation Expertise
Deputy Director of Etawah Safari Park, Vinay Kumar Singh, hailed the successful outcomes. He stated that these operations have once again proven the park's activeness and expertise in the field of wildlife conservation. Such interventions are vital for protecting Uttar Pradesh's diverse fauna outside protected forest areas, often where human-animal conflicts or accidents occur.
The park's established infrastructure, including its quarantine houses and experienced staff like keeper Sudhir Kumar and the veterinary team, played a pivotal role in ensuring both animals received timely and professional care. These incidents highlight the importance of having dedicated rescue and treatment centers to support state forest departments.
