20 June 2005, 12:30
Jagter'Tame buffalo kills hunter
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'Tame' buffalo kills hunter -
Source: News24 -
A Northern Cape professional hunter has been gored to death by a buffalo on a game farm near Plooysburg in the Northern Cape.
Police spokesperson Tony Modise says Raymond Theron, 45, died within seconds of the attack.
He says the attack on Theron, who hails from Douglas, took place on the farm Loskop late on Friday, 17 June 2005.
Modise says the hunter, farm workers and visitors were busy loading game when the buffalo attacked Theron.
A witness, who did not want to be named, said the buffaloes which had been on sale, had been tranquillised in order to transport them.
There was also a vet in attendance.
The buffalo that attacked Theron was in a small camp, where he was to have been tranquillised as well.
Theron didn't bother to get into a vehicle, saying the buffalo was tame and that he'd walk.
As he walked into the camp, the buffalo charged.
It's suspected that the buffalo's horn pierced Theron's lung and heart.
Even the smallest of wild animals, tamed or not, should always be treated as being potentially dangerous!
20 June 2005, 13:55
khonkhonquote:
Even the smallest of wild animals, tamed or not, should always be treated as being potentially dangerous!
Jagter, ur 100% correct never underestimate whatever animal.
20 June 2005, 23:29
Andrew McLarenA very sad incident indeed. My condolences to the family and friends.
I hope evrey AR member learns the lesson: Never ever underestimate the potential danger of any wild, and half-tame, animal.
With sadness about the loss of a fellow PH.
Andrew McLarenProfessional Hunter and Hunting Outfitter since 1974.
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My very long ago ancestors needed and loved to eat meat.
Today I still hunt! 21 June 2005, 22:59
almostacowboyI find myself both amazed and amused (some are sicker than others) at stories like this and programs like "When Nature Strikes Back" highlighting the ignorance and stupidity of people regarding wild animals. I certainly don't consider myself a genius, but I've got sense enough to know why they're called "wild animals". Approaching domestic livestock can be hazardous when you don't know each animal's personality and even then one should exercise care when approaching anything larger than a sheep.
Evolution at work.
Dave
22 June 2005, 02:25
fla3006Bror von Blixen-Finecke describes a buffalo he raised in his wonderful book "African Hunter" named Lottie. He acquired her when she was a calf and states that as she grew she became very territorial and protective of him, much like a watchdog, but never posed any danger to him. She died of rinderpest and he mourned her like any pet.