As iconic wild leopard ages in Sri Lanka, debate about human intervention ensues

Mongabay
Jun 26, 2025, 11:08 am186 ptsTrendingTop
COLOMBO — Sri Lanka’s largest protected area, the Wilpattu National Park, recognized as one of the best places in the country to observe leopards in the wild, has long been a favorite among wildlife lovers. Among its most iconic residents is a dominant male leopard affectionately known as Neluma, named…

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