LAKHIMPUR KHERI, Aug. 30 -- The residents of Basantapur village in Dhaurahra tehsil, under Dhaurahra range of Dudhwa buffer zone, captured a sub-adult leopard on Saturday while it was roaming through agricultural fields alongside its mother.

After capturing the leopard cub, the villagers informed the local forest department, prompting officials to rush to the spot and transport the animal to the Dhaurahra range headquarters.

Dudhwa buffer zone deputy director Naveen Khandelwal said the rescued leopard was placed under medical observation by veterinary experts, as it appeared to be somewhat unwell.

He said further action will be taken after the proper medical examination of the cub.

According to reports, the villagers were working in t...