Shot ocelot clings to life after surgery
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February 25, 2026
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An ocelot is fighting for survival after being shot and left with severe spinal injuries, in what officials are describing as a serious breach of the country’s environmental protection laws.
The animal, now named Papaoutai, underwent emergency surgery after X-rays revealed ballistic trauma to his spine.
While his condition remains critical, veterinarian Dr Kriyaan Singh, who has been caring for him since he was retrieved from a forested area, says there is cautious optimism.
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