In a tragic turn of events, wildlife officials retrieved the carcass of a male serow, which was discovered shot in Phetchabun’s Lom Sak district yesterday. Sunthorn Kongwarakom was on the scene to document the heart-wrenching discovery.
Chanyaphak Thanachatakkarakun, the vigilant chief of Phupha Daeng Wildlife Sanctuary, received a disturbing report from a worker at the Silarat Lom Sak stone crushing plant. The worker claimed to have heard gunshots echoing from a mountaintop, followed by the alarming sight of a serow plummeting into a pit below.
This tragic scene unfolded in the rugged terrain of tambon Bung Nam Tao, a section of Lom Sak district known for its quarry operations. Officials quickly descended into the pit, where they found the lifeless body of an adult male serow. The poor creature had sustained seven grievous wounds to its neck, clearly the work of a shotgun.
Despite their efforts, authorities were unable to locate any suspects at the scene, which lies just outside the boundaries of Khao Kheo National Park. The Lom Sak police station has been tasked with investigating this heinous act and tracking down the perpetrator responsible for this despicable crime.
For those unfamiliar, the serow is one of Thailand’s 15 protected animals, safeguarded under the Wildlife Conservation and Protection Act of 2019. The unlawful killing of such a creature is a grave offense, calling for swift justice.
Meanwhile, over in Buri Ram, another tragic tale unfolded. A tiger, notorious for having preyed on villagers’ cows, was injured last Friday. This majestic predator met its end in Non Dindaeng district, near the borders of Dong Yai National Reserved Forest.
Despite the authorities’ collaboration with local veterinarians to devise a rescue plan, the tiger’s fate was sealed. It was found, weak and barely clinging to life, in a state of severe emaciation. Rescuers arrived too late, and the tiger drew its last breath, succumbing to its unknown ailments.
An initial examination of the tiger’s remains revealed no external injuries, perplexing the authorities. In a bid to uncover the root cause of this noble creature’s demise, an autopsy has been scheduled, promising to shed light on the precise circumstances that led to its untimely death.
The loss of these remarkable animals serves as a somber reminder of the challenges faced in wildlife conservation. As we grapple with such tragic events, it becomes ever more critical to redouble our efforts to protect these vulnerable species and bring those who harm them to justice.
This is just horrendous! The poachers have no respect for wildlife. Why isn’t there more security in these protected areas?
Completely agree with you, Joe. It’s sad that we have to rely on laws and enforcement for something that should just be common sense.
More enforcement is definitely needed, but it’s also about education and changing mindsets. People need to understand the importance of these creatures to our ecosystem.
Absolutely, but education takes time. We need immediate action to protect these animals now. More patrols and stricter penalties!
Sometimes I feel like nothing will change until we face severe consequences ourselves. Destroying nature is like signing our own extinction warrant.
You might be right, Nancy. However, we can’t wait for a disaster to wake up. Proactive measures are essential.
It’s sad, but the truth is, some people are desperate. Maybe the poacher needed money and saw no other way.
Desperation doesn’t justify killing endangered animals. There have to be other solutions. What about offering alternative livelihoods?
I understand, Sara. I wasn’t justifying it, merely pointing out the potential reasons. Alternative livelihoods sound like a good idea, but implementing them is complex.
Desperation isn’t a license to commit crimes. Authorities should focus on both deterrence and support for the communities.
The real tragedy is that these magnificent creatures suffered so much. We need to push for more sanctuary protections.
Indeed, Emily. The balance is delicate. We need to curb human interference in wild habitats urgently.
It’s always the same story: humans encroaching on wildlife territory. When will we ever learn?
Right, David. Urban expansion and habitat destruction are major issues. We need better urban planning that respects wildlife corridors.
Shocking! Guess what, those areas are not as protected as we think. Corruption and lack of enforcement are rampant.
Corruption needs to be rooted out if we’re serious about conservation. Otherwise, we’ll keep losing these battles.
Such beautiful animals gone because of human greed. Disgusting!
Couldn’t agree more, Linda. Greed is one of the biggest threats to our planet. Until we curb it, tragedies like this will continue.
So sad about the tiger too. Help was too late. We need faster response times and better coordination.
This should serve as a wake-up call to the government. Wildlife protection must be taken seriously!
Sadly, I don’t think the government prioritizes this issue enough. Too many competing interests and not enough funding.
I’m tired of these sad news stories. When will humans finally take responsibility for their actions?
It’s a slow process, but awareness is growing. These discussions help push for change.
How could someone be so cruel? Shooting a defenseless animal is plain barbaric.
Some people just don’t have empathy. It’s infuriating!
Are there any updates on the investigation? I hope they catch the poacher soon.
This really breaks my heart. We should focus more on stricter penalties to deter such actions.
While I feel for the animals, it’s also crucial to look at underlying social issues leading to such acts.
Understanding the root causes is key to preventing future crimes. Education and support are crucial.