Bull fends off lions to save cow in western India
by Aditi VermaIn a remarkable incident in western India’s Gujarat, a bull heroically saved a cow from two lions, forcing the jungle kings to retreat.
The incident took place near the Junagadh-Somnath National Highway, in Mangrol area of Junagarh District and the video went viral on June 19.
Visuals showed two lions had almost overpowered a cow, and onlookers, including some bikers, were recording the scene from a distance.
Just when it seemed like the cow’s fate was sealed, a black bull appeared. Observing the perilous situation, the bull charged towards the lions. Startled by the bull’s boldness, the lions released the cow and retreated. The cow and the bull then made their escape, leaving the lions empty-handed.
The incident occurred near the Junagadh-Somnath National Highway, in Mangrol taluka, where lions from the Girnar forest are often seen venturing into nearby villages.
Such encounters are not uncommon in the region, with numerous reports of lions wandering into residential areas. Videos of lions strolling through streets and villages surface frequently, adding to the awe and caution among the locals. In one notable instance in 2023, a pride of nine lions was seen roaming a residential society, causing widespread alarm.
This latest incident underscores the delicate balance between wildlife and human settlements in Gujarat and the extraordinary acts of bravery that can arise from it.