A lion that sparked concern among Malalane residents has been spotted back inside Kruger National Park, officials recently confirmed.
Officials warned that the lion could have access to residential areas and farms, and domestic animals could attract its attention.“A cable repair expedition along the river next to Malelane revealed last night that a lion is trapped between the Crocodile River and the Veterinary fence,” the forum reported.Adding to the concern, the forum noted that elephants had damaged the fence in multiple locations, potentially allowing wildlife movement between areas.
“We are aware of the situation and are keeping a close eye on it. The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency is also keeping an eye out. We have not confirmed where the lion came from as there are multiple reserves around the area,” Phaahla explained. During the incident, officials warned that the lion had potential access to residential areas and farms, with domestic animals possibly attracting its attention.
Phaahla issued specific warnings to local residents engaging in outdoor activities: “Joggers and cyclists should choose companions carefully. This relates to self-control, rather than speed. If you encounter a lion, running away will trigger a chase response, and the animal will win every time. “Those that want to go jogging along the river, be mindful of the risk and do research on how to deal with such situations.”“It is not outside the park. We only act and assist when animals are roaming around and outside parks,” Shungube stated.
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