A man died after being attacked by a Siberian tiger that had earlier killed his pet

A man in the area Khabarovskin the east Russia, He lost his life When one is attacked Siberian tiger After he dares to follow the tracks of the animal that killed his dog earlier. The incident was confirmed by Local authoritiesHe discovered the body of a man with obvious symptoms Animal attack.

published New York PostThe tiger crushed the canine of a 76-year-old villager, identified by acquaintances as “Mama Vidya”, which led the dog owner to pursue the predator considerable distance”, according to a publication in telegram of Amur Tiger CentreA non-profit organization dedicated to Animal protection. The old man finally met the tiger in the forest, where he found it with his dog as prey in its mouth. “Presumably, the animal sensed it Threatened and attackedsaid the Centre.

In response, the custody and experts Hunting Department Local residents went to the place Examine the circumstances of attack. Based on the results of the investigation, a decision will be taken as to whether the tiger should be removed from there. Natural habitat. Officials released a statement expressing their grief over the incident Condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

The victim was previously employed Railway and described as “very”. Positive and literate“, accordingly Yevgeny LubinThe head of the nearest town SitaA colleague of the man reported it New York Post.

Almost 300 incidents Siberian tigers It is said to roam around inhabited areas Khabarovsk During 2023; In other cases, like what happened on Monday, these cats have taken the lives of dogs and attacked them. Human beingsAccording to him Moscow Herald. In fact, at the beginning of the year, residents of the region asked the Russian president for help, Vladimir Putinimprove Protection against attacks These endangered tigers.

Also known as Puli Amour Or Northern Tiger China, the largest and most powerful subspecies of the tiger. They usually live in the area SiberiaIn RussiaMore specifically Coniferous forest of Autumn forestsConditions are unfavorable with long and very cold winters.

This subspecies is listed as endangered International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Important Threats to their survival including Loss of habitat Deforestation and HuntingBoth are used to get their skin and parts of their body Traditional Asian Medicine.

The Siberian tigers Compared to other subspecies of tigers, they are known for their thick, light-colored fur, which arises as an adaptation to their cold environment. They can weigh up to 300 kilograms and measure over 3 meters in length including the tail. There are Solitary and territorial animalsAnd they have a diet that primarily consists of: Deer, wild boar and other large mammals of the region.

is estimated to be less than 500 copies Siberian tigers live Wild stateAlthough there are hundreds more captivity.