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Mountain lion attack leaves man dead and injures his brother in Northern California

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One man died and another was injured in a mountain lion attack in a remote area in Northern California on Saturday, according to authorities.

An 18-year-old man called authorities around 1:13 p.m. to report that he and his 21-year-old brother were attacked by a mountain lion while antler shed hunting in the Georgetown area, according to an El Dorado County Sheriff's Office news release.

The caller was separated from his brother during the attack and suffered "traumatic injuries" to his face, according to the release. Deputies and paramedics administered aid and took him to a hospital for further treatment.

After deputies searched for the missing brother, they found him on the ground next to the crouched mountain lion around 1:46 p.m., the release said.


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Huge 'Harbringer of Doom' oarfish washed up on beach in Sinaloa, Mexico on March 17

Oarfish found on the coast of Mazatlán, Sinaloa
Oarfish found on the coast of Mazatlán, Sinaloa
A deep-sea oarfish - believed to be a 'harbinger of natural disasters' - has washed up on a beach in front of stunned holidaymakers.

Spotted by tourists in Mexico, the marine animal looked like it was barely moving in the shallow water. As it arrived on the shoreline, curious onlookers crowded around the strange fish.

Moments later, the oarfish was then seen stretched out on the sand after apparently dying in front of the holidaymakers.

The deep-water fish was spotted on Stone Island in Sinaloa State, Mexico, on March 17. However, it is not known if the group called the authorities to remove the beast's large carcass.


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Two killed, one injured in sloth bear attack in Andhra Pradesh, India

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Two men were mauled to death by a sloth bear in Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh on Saturday, March 23. The Uddanam region of Srikakulam, which includes the Vajrapukotturu mandal where the attack took place, has witnessed several bear attacks in the last few years.

The two victims have been identified as farmers Lokanadham and Laishetti Kumar. The condition of another woman farmer, Kumari, is critical. Kumari has been shifted to Palasa Hospital for treatment.

The death prompted residents in Uddanam to stage a protest against the YSR Congress party (YSRCP) led state government. They've asked for bear cubs in the area to be shifted and transported to a zoo.

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Four-year-old girl dies after stray dog attack in Telangana, India

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A four-year old girl, who sustained serious injuries when a pack of stray dogs attacked her on March 2, died while undergoing treatment at a hospital here on Friday.

Bhukya Shanvi of Thatiguda village was admitted to a hospital in the district headquarters after she received grievous injuries in the stray dog attack.

She is the only daughter of Amar Singh, a farmer, while her mother Saritha is a home-maker.

Amar Singh requested the officials to take steps to address stray dogs menace and to prevent recurrence of similar incidents in the future.

Locals said that the dogs were attacking the children and elderly persons in several parts of Pembi mandal at regular intervals. They expressed concern over the safety of their kids and senior citizens.

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Angry elephant lifts safari truck into the air, 'traumatizes' tourists in South Africa

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An angry bull elephant in Pilanesberg National Park in South Africa attacked a safari truck, twice lifting it into the air and slamming it down as terrified tourists took cover between the seats.

Video posted on YouTube by iReport South Africa shows the attack from afar and from inside the truck.

The driver yelled at the elephant "hey, hey, move, move." He slammed the side of his door. But nothing worked.


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Gray whale dies after washing ashore in Malibu, California

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A gray whale that washed ashore in Malibu has died, wildlife officials said Sunday.

The whale was spotted Saturday off Point Dume by a man filming video over the shoreline with a drone. The whale was alive when it washed on shore and could be seen rocking back and forth as the waves crashed down.

On Sunday, Jennifer Brent, executive director of the Malibu-based California Wildlife Center, confirmed the whale had died. She said staff from the center will take samples from the whale's body to try to determine what happened. They are working with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.


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Bear filmed during attack in Liptovský Mikuláš, Slovakia

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Two people are in hospital after being attacked by a bear in the Slovak town of Liptovský Mikuláš, emergency services said.

A 49-year-old woman suffered an injury to her shoulder, while a 72-year-old man was treated for a gash on his head, officials confirmed.

Reports said police went on to drive the bear out of town and into a forest.

Videos posted on social media showed the bear bounding along a road, and in one, lunging at a man on the pavement.

The news comes a day after a 31-year-old Belarussian woman apparently fell to her death trying to escape a brown bear in the nearby Low Tatra mountains.


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Six-year-old boy killed by stray dogs in Rajasthan, India

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A six-year-old boy was mauled to death by a pack of stray dogs on Monday when he was going to his school in Chittorgarh district of Rajasthan, police said.

The incident took place in Parsoli village under Begun tehsil, sub-inspector of Parsoli police station Prem Singh Khangarot said, adding the dogs attacked Aayush as he tried to run and injured him badly.

The boy was rushed to a nearby hospital by villagers where he succumbed to injuries, police said.

"The boy received multiple severe wounds in the attack," Khangarot said.

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Pupil attacked by cheetah on his way to school in Meru, Kenya

Closeup picture of an African cheetah running very fast and throwing up dust.
© Mateo JuricCloseup picture of an African cheetah running very fast and throwing up dust.
A Junior Secondary School pupil at Mweromuthanga Primary School in Muthara Ward, Meru County, is nursing serious injuries after being attacked by a cheetah while going to school.

According to community members, the boy raised alarm on Friday morning as he fought off the animal while trying to rescue himself.

His efforts, however, proved futile but the animal disappeared into thick bushes when the locals arrived at the scene.

Area Senior Chief John K Mamira witnessed and confirmed the incident, advising residents and their school-going kids to be wary of dangerous animals marauding at night.

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Dog attack claims life of 8-year-old girl in Punjab, Pakistan

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In a shocking incident, an 8-year-old girl succumbed to death after being viciously attacked by a stray dog in the village Jalalpur Pirwala, ARY News reported.

According to the police officials, the Minor girl, named Maryam, went to a local shop, where she was encountered with the ferocious animals.

Local authorities in Jalalpur Pirwala rushed to the scene upon receiving distressing reports of the attack and promptly transported the victim to the nearest hospital in critical condition.

Meanwhile, despite the efforts of medical personnel, Maryam tragically succumbed to her injuries.