Archive · 21 Nov 2025
Young Leopard Dies at Bannerghatta Park After Prolonged Illness
A young leopard at Bannerghatta Biological Park got very sick and couldn't be saved by the doctors.
It died on November 19.
The park is sad about this and is trying to find out why the leopard got so sick so quickly.
Three-month-old male leopard died on November 19 at Bannerghatta Biological Park
Leopard was rescued from BRT Tiger Reserve in January 2023
Animal suffered from high fever, dullness, and anorexia since October 30
Veterinary treatment was administered, but the leopard's health continued to decline
Post-mortem revealed hydrothorax and cardiac myopathy as primary causes of death
- Who
- A young male leopard
- What
- Died after a prolonged illness
- When
- November 19, 2023
- Where
- Bannerghatta Biological Park, Bengaluru
- Why
- Due to hydrothorax and cardiac myopathy
Park Authorities
Public Concerns
Transparency
Park Authorities
Park authorities provide regular press statements about animal deaths due to increased media attention and public concerns.
Public Concerns
Some people might still find it alarming and question the park's ability to care for its animals.
- Age at rescue
- Three months old
- Date of rescue
- January 3, 2023
- Date of first illness symptoms
- October 30, 2023
- Cause of death
- Hydrothorax and cardiac myopathy
- Post-mortem examination
- Conducted on November 19, 2023
