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Indian Express
12 hours ago
- General
- Indian Express
Video of rescued leopard swimming across river after being released into the wild wins hearts: ‘A scene out of the Jungle Book'
A breathtaking drone footage showing a leopard swiftly swimming across a river after being released into the wild post a rescue is winning hearts on social media. Shared by Paarveen Kaswan, an Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer, the viral video shows the big cat making smooth strokes through the water and heading towards dry land. 'When this #leopard swimming through #river was documented. Through a monitoring drone. Micro drones are used for keeping a watch and doing anti poaching duties. This leopard was released after rescue, hence being monitored and guided,' Kaswan wrote on X. Watch here: When this #leopard swimming through #river was documented. Through a monitoring drone. Micro drones are used for keeping a watch and doing anti poaching duties. This leopard was released after rescue, hence being monitored and guided. — Parveen Kaswan, IFS (@ParveenKaswan) July 12, 2025 The video quickly drew attention, with several users being left mesmerised. 'These are the true treasures of the world – rivers, mountains, plants and animals. So good to see. Hoping that forests and wildlife will be protected further in India,' a user wrote. 'Lovely video. Such a magnificent animal and the lovely clear river waters,' another user commented. 'Wonderful…leopard looks healthy and agile. Congratulations! And the river, how clean is that…which river is this?' a third user reacted. 'This is stunning just like a scene out of a jungle book. Beautifull,' a fourth user said. Last month, a harrowing video of a leopard attacking a labourer in Uttar Pradesh stunned the Internet. The incident happened at a brick kiln in the Lakhimpuri Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, when the leopard suddenly charged at him from nearby fields. However, the man fought back and tackled the big cat.
News18
3 days ago
- General
- News18
Viral Video Shows Leopard Standing Upright While Hunting, Leaves Netizens Amazed
Last Updated: The video shows the leopard standing on two legs, like humans, while hunting an impala. A video of a leopard standing on its hind legs is going viral online. The short clip, filmed in Kruger National Park, South Africa, has left the internet amazed. Shared by Indian Forest Service officer Parveen Kaswan, the footage shows the leopard standing upright on two legs—a rare and unusual posture for big cats—as it appears to be looking for potential prey in the tall grass. 'That leopard is looking at his food by standing on two legs. Leopards are one of the most versatile creatures on Earth. From Kruger," Kaswan wrote while sharing the video. The video was also shared on the Facebook page 'Latest Sightings – Kruger'. According to the Facebook post, the leopard was hunting an impala when it was caught on camera. 'While this leopard was ambushing some impala, it suddenly sat up on its hind legs to get a better view. Then, making the scene even more unusual, it stood entirely upright on its back legs, exactly like a human, for an even better view! It looked so comfortable doing this that it must do this all the time," the post read. The viral video also sparked a wave of reactions on social media, with netizens both amazed by the leopard's behaviour and sharing humorous takes on its unusual stance. 'Don't be surprised if they stand and walk like humans after 5,000 more years," one social media user jokingly said. 'Preserve and create an environment for animals to co-exist with humans. Neither should interfere in each other's matters, as humanely as possible," wrote another. view comments First Published: July 13, 2025, 10:10 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Viral video shows leopard standing on two legs like a human. IFS officer calls it versatile
A unique video of a leopard standing upright on its hind legs at Kruger National Park in South Africa has captivated viewers across the internet. Captured in the wild and initially shared by the Facebook page Latest Sightings - Kruger, the video has since been widely circulated across social media platforms, gaining traction for its extraordinary and rarely-seen content. A leopard stunned the internet by standing on two legs.(Facebook/ Latest Sightings - Kruger) (Also read: 'Bagheera' in Ratnagiri: Melanistic leopard leaps from shadows, snatches dog in 15 seconds) In the brief yet fascinating clip, the leopard can be seen rising up like a meerkat, intently scanning its surroundings. The moment, both curious and majestic, has left viewers stunned. IFS officer shares and reacts Indian Forest Service officer Parveen Kaswan brought further attention to the video by sharing it on X (formerly Twitter). He captioned it, 'That leopard is looking at his food by standing on two legs. Leopards are one of the most versatile creatures on earth. From Kruger.' Watch the clip here: Kaswan's post alone has garnered over 106k views, as social media users marvelled at the leopard's behaviour and reflected on its adaptability. Internet reacts with awe and fascination The video sparked a flurry of reactions from users, many of whom expressed astonishment at the sight. 'Leopards are not loud hunters. They are quiet listeners. Every movement they make is calculated. Every glance has purpose. It waits for the right moment. And perhaps there is a lesson in that for all of us,' observed one user. (Also read: Dog startles leopard with sudden bark, sends the big cat fleeing in viral video: 'Doggo supremacy') Another commented, 'Evolution begins,' while a third wrote, 'Don't be surprised if they stand and walk like humans after 5000 more years.' Others chimed in with reactions like, 'They can even climb trees…,' 'Wow… that's a never seen event,' and 'An amazing video… never seen anything like this ever before.' One particularly amused user joked, 'Meerkat reborn as leopard.'
News18
7 days ago
- General
- News18
Video Of Man Holding King Cobra With Bare Hands Will Send Chills Down Your Spine
Last Updated: The video, shared by IFS Officer Praveen Kaswan, shows the man's fearless composure who calmly grips the massive King Cobra. What is the first thing you would do if you get to see a live King Cobra in front of you? That's exactly what Indian Forest Service (IFS) Officer Praveen Kaswan has wondered. The Forest Officer, who keeps stunning us with extraordinary videos from the animal kingdom, has done it again. In the latest, Kaswan shared a clip of a man holding a King Cobra with his bare hands. King Cobra is considered the world's longest venomous snake and among the heaviest. The 11-second footage, shared by Kaswan, beautifully depicts the man's fearless composure. He calmly grips the massive reptile whose enormous size has left viewers jaw-dropped. 'If you ever wondered about the real size of King cobra. Do you know where it is found in India? And what to do when you see one!!" Praveen Kaswan wrote in the caption of the video. If you ever wondered about the real size of King cobra. Do you know where it is found in India. And what to do when you see one !! — Parveen Kaswan, IFS (@ParveenKaswan) July 8, 2025 No wonder social media users were thrilled to watch such a clip. While the exact location of the video could not be ascertained, King Cobras are by and large found in the forests of the Western Ghats, the Northeast, and parts of Odisha. 'Q: what do you do when you see one? A: Run, run, run as far away as possible," a person wrote in the comments. 'Mostly western and eastern ghats," another user said. 'Those who get this darshan and are aware about escape velocity," an individual hilariously added. A user suggested, 'I have seen one in Western Ghats. The best thing to do is be slow and put distance between you and Cobra." In the comment section, a person named Praveen Singh dropped another King Cobra video and said that it was clicked by him in Himachal Pradesh. The video, which was taken from a distance and posted in 2021, showed the reptile crawling up a cliff. top videos View all @ParveenKaswan Ji, which Snake 'My click for a 15 feet King Kobra in Himachal Pradesh… had scored headlines in digital & print media across India," he stated. view comments First Published: July 10, 2025, 09:11 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
09-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
'Do you know real size of King Cobra and what to do when you see one?' Forest officer's viral video ignites debate
A viral video showcases a man fearlessly handling a massive King Cobra, sparking online reactions of awe and fear. The King Cobra, the world's longest venomous snake, is native to Southeast Asia and plays a vital role in its ecosystem. Another recent video featured a forest officer rescuing a King Cobra, highlighting wildlife conservation efforts in India. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads A breathtaking video of a man confidently holding a massive King Cobra with his bare hands has gone viral, grabbing the internet's attention. The 11-second footage, shared by Indian Forest Service officer Parveen Kaswan, features the man calmly handling the enormous snake, showcasing his unshaken composure despite the reptile's intimidating clip captures the awe-inspiring moment where the man grips the King Cobra firmly, its impressive length and girth astonishing viewers. "If you ever wondered about the real size of King cobra. Do you know where it is found in India? And what to do when you see one," wrote Mr Kaswan in the video has sparked a wave of online reactions. Social media users expressed a mix of admiration and fear, with many stunned by the cobra's massive size. Some shared their own encounters with the snake. One person commented, "Seen once. Was with a snake charmer. It was about 17 feet. And I wish I had never seen one again in the wild. Just the size of them is enough to give creeps."Another user wrote, "Have seen real cobra in wild, thick dark black colour and the stripes, the hiss was scary, didn't sleep well that night."A third shared safety advice, "I have seen one in the Western Ghats. The best thing to do is be slow and put distance between you and Cobra."The King Cobra is the longest venomous snake in the world, capable of growing up to 18 feet (5.5 meters). Native to Southeast Asia, including India, these snakes are typically found in dense forests with rich prey availability. In India, their presence is most common in the Western and Eastern Ghats, as well as the northeastern states such as Assam, Meghalaya, and Arunachal their lethal venom and fearsome reputation, King Cobras play an essential role in the ecosystem and generally avoid human contact unless a related incident, another video recently went viral, featuring a Kerala woman forest officer fearlessly rescuing a large King Cobra from a stream near Peppara in Thiruvananthapuram. The clip received widespread praise, with viewers lauding her courage and dedication to wildlife conservation and biodiversity protection in India.
