Mysterious Demise of Peacocks in Tumakuru: A Conservation Concern

In a puzzling turn of events, twenty peacocks were found dead in Tumakuru district, Karnataka, sparking immediate concern among local authorities.

The tragic discovery, which included three male and seventeen female birds, was reported by farmers in Hanumanthapura village and quickly brought to the attention of the police and forest department.

While the cause of death remains undetermined, forensic analysis is underway to provide answers. This incident parallels the recent deaths of a tigress and its cubs in a neighboring district, underscoring ongoing challenges in wildlife preservation.

(With inputs from agencies.)