Leopard Attack - WARNING GRAPHIC CONTENT

[Zambezi]

This is the video - in the background is an open vehicle full of tourists. They are fortunate the cat was selective in her anger.

Hope he recovers well - some of that looks like skin grafts will be required.

Yes that's the one I remember.... one lucky chap!

 

[AZDAVE]

I hope he heals quicky and completely.

The speed and ferocity of the leopard is never to be underestimated.

 

[BRICKBURN]

So, I have always wondered how anyone would think poking a Leopard with a short stick would be a good idea.
Piss off an already agitated cat and get it focused on you…..
Lesson learned.

 

[WebleyGreene455]

So, I have always wondered how anyone would think poking a Leopard with a short stick would be a good idea.
Piss off an already agitated cat and get it focused on you…..
Lesson learned.

Poking any sort of carnivorous animal with a stick seems a really bad idea. Glad to see the guy in the video wasn't killed by a pissed-off cat. I'm also interested to see the muzzle end of a No. 5 Jungle Carbine near the end, 'cause I don't see a lot of those. Here's hoping for a swift and full recovery of the victim in this thread.

 

[crs]

Could this cat behavior be part of why it is considered Dangerous Game?

 

[Happy Myles]

I was mauled by a wounded leopard many years ago. It all happened so quickly I did not have time to be frightened. I did manage to kill the poor cat. It had a right to be mad. I hold no grudge against it.

 

[leslie hetrick]

why were the windows not rolled up when releasing the cat? and why have non needed people there. dumb all way around, but i hope all victims heal.

 

[Texas Sharpshooter Fallacy]

DSC has a sister organization (DSC Frontline Foundation) set up to provide financial support for hunting professionals (PH, trackers, outfitters, anti-poaching, etc.) that are injured on the job or related circumstances.

Take a look and pass along to the folks involved to see if they qualify. I can help coordinate with DSC Frontline Foundation if necessary too. Send me a DM

 

[R.M.C.]

I had a good sized German Shepard tear up my right hand and forearm a couple months ago but it wasn't anything like that!!! Those cats can do a lot of damage quickly . Hopefully he fully recovers!!!

 

[crs]

What Leslie said +1.

 

[flatwater bill]

"Nasty scratches" indeed. Nasty scratches come from a rose bush. I think this qualifies as a bit worse. Hands and arms are subject to both nerve and tendon damage, which can be permanent. I hope this man heals completely. Thanks for sharing...........FWB