Pulwama, Dec 16 (KNO): A leopard was captured by the wildlife department in Arigam area of South Kashmir's Pulwama district on Friday

An official told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that they received a call that a leopard was roaming in Arigam area.

"Soon after we rushed to the spot and captured the leopard alive," he said.

He also said 3 black bears were captured in Pulwama district in the last one week.

Meanwhile, locals hailed the wildlife department for acting swiftly in capturing the animal as there was panic—(KNO)