Black panther seen again in Kaeng Krachan park
PETCHABURI - A black panther has again been spotted in Kaeng Krachan National Park, highlighting the rich biodiversity of Thailand's largest national park and one of its most elusive predators.
A black panther was recently spotted in Kaeng Krachan National Park, Thailand's largest national park and one of its most elusive predators. The sighting was reported by park rangers on Sunday between kilometre markers 21 and 22, just a day after a foreign tourist, Landru Guca, also saw and photographed the animal while traveling alone through the park.
Park officials emphasized that the tourist, who speaks Thai, adhered to park regulations by remaining inside his vehicle and not disturbing the animal. The Kaeng Krachan forest complex is known for its diverse protected wildlife species and is considered a significant biodiversity hotspot in Thailand. Sightings of black panthers are viewed as a positive indicator of a healthy ecosystem.
Park chief Mongkol Chaipakdee urged tourists to follow safety guidelines, such as driving slowly, staying inside their vehicles in designated risk areas, and avoiding loud noises that could disturb wildlife.
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