19 sheep killed in snow leopard attack in Mustang
Summary
A snow leopard attacked a sheep pen in Mustang, killing 19 sheep and three mountain goats, causing significant livestock loss to local herders.
Key Points
- A snow leopard attacked the sheep pen of a local farmer in Gharpajong-2, Marfa, Mustang, killing 19 sheep and three mountain goats.
- The Annapurna Conservation Area Project Jomsom and District Police are investigating the incident.
- Snow leopard attacks on livestock have been increasing due to the animals searching for prey near human settlements during winter.
- Some farmers in Mustang are abandoning livestock rearing due to increased snow leopard conflicts and effects of climate change.
