Tiger tracks found near Orang Asli village in Perak

IPOH: The Wildlife and National Parks Department (Perhilitan) has confirmed receiving a report of a tiger attack on livestock near Kampung Orang Asli Sungai Choh in Ulu Kinta on Wednesday (Dec 25).

Perak Perhilitan director Yusoff Shariff said its personnel discovered tiger paw prints near the scene, along with injuries on cattle.

“Based on observations, we are certain the tiger that attacked the cattle is an adult.

“However, further details regarding the tiger’s gender and weight will only be known through the cameras installed by Perhilitan personnel in the scene,” he said when contacted on Thursday (Dec 26).

On Dec 20 last year, the department captured a four-year-old male tiger weighing 90kg at Rancangan Perumahan Tersusun (RPT) Tanjung Damai after it was found roaming in several residential areas around Ulu Kinta.

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Yusoff urged residents to keep an eye on their livestock and avoid letting them roam freely, especially in the area where the incident occurred.

“Place livestock in cages or pens and never let them roam free, as this poses a risk of repeated attacks,” he said.

Yusoff also advised residents using the route near the scene to be cautious and avoid going out alone, particularly at night.

“If you come across the tiger, do not take any action that could pose a risk. Instead, report the incident to us,” he said. – Bernama