"A skier was attacked by a snow leopard in China on Friday, January 24th, as they were returning to a hotel in the Talat village area of Koktokay Township. According to Global Times, the victim is in a stable condition following hospital treatment. The tourist was attacked in a belt of forest along a road. Police were alerted to the incident and the victim was transported to the hospital for treatment."
"Authorities are urging local residents and tourists in the area to follow the necessary safety guidelines, keeping a safe distance if they encounter any wild animal and reporting any wildlife incidents to the police. Snow leopard attacks on humans are extremely rare, with the Snow Leopard Trust stating that there's never been a verified attack. The animals are much more likely to run away from people than attack, even if disturbed while feeding."
On January 24 a skier was attacked by a snow leopard while returning to a hotel in the Talat village area of Koktokay Township. The tourist was injured in a belt of forest along a road and was transported to the hospital, where the condition is reported as stable following treatment. Local forestry, grassland and public security bureaus increased safety patrols, protective measures, and public awareness efforts in the area. Authorities urged residents and tourists to keep a safe distance from wild animals and to report wildlife incidents to police. Snow leopard attacks on humans are extremely rare, and China hosts the world’s largest snow leopard population across its western regions.
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