Tiger found dead in Karnataka, officials suspect it was caught in a snare Forest officials who were on patrolling duty on Sunday found the body of the tiger, estimated to be around five-six years oldPTIA male tiger was found dead in the backwaters of the Gundal reservoir in Karnataka’s Chamrajnagar district, officials said on Monday. Forest officials who were on patrolling duty on Sunday found the body of the tiger, estimated to be around five-six years old. ADVERTISEMENTThe forest department officials said citing a preliminary investigation that it is suspected that the tiger died after getting caught in a snare trap. Local police were also informed and the post-mortem report is awaited to ascertain the exact cause of death. A wildlife offence case has been registered in connection with the incident and investigation is in progress.

Source: The Telegraph February 16, 2026 07:59 UTC