Most attacks on humans by leopards non-predatory, resulted in minor injuries: study
The HinduA new study on human-leopard conflict in Himachal Pradesh has revealed that most attacks on humans were non-predatory and resulted in minor injuries. The study titled ‘Charting risk pathways of leopard attacks on people: A decision tree approach’ and conducted over an 11-year period has found that most attacks on humans were non-predatory and resulted in minor injuries. These effects disrupted daily routines, with many individuals avoiding outdoor activities, such as farming or sending children to school, due to perceived risks of leopard attacks,” the study further revealed. Another highlight of the study found that most leopard attacks occurred at night and during routine activities, disproportionately affecting low-income individuals who made up 66% of victims due to their greater exposure during outdoor livelihood activities.
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