- A Report from Raul Oscar Chaves - Ciufoslapampa
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- In late June 2006, on the edge of Provincial Route No.
7 (km 158) in the jurisdiction of Colonia Ines y Carlota, some 50 km NE
of Santa Rosa, La Pampa, 5 bovines were found dead, presenting clear signs
of mutilation.
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- The time of death had been estimated at some 15 days
and the carcasses showed signs of missing udders, ears and tongues; incisions
in the genital region were also reported.
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- The animals were predominantly black Aberdeen Angus and
Shorton cattle with an approximate weight of 300 kg. The discovery of elements
with these characteristics, albeit sporadically, is proof of the phenomenon's
continuity. At the same time, the lack of elements of discernment have
kept a formal complaint from being brought to the authorities.
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- The need to "distance oneself" from these animals
arises from the possible impact on the cattle rancher's livelihood, since
potential livestock buyers are reluctant to make purchases from estates
on which mutilation episodes have occurred.
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- (translation (c) 2006. S. Corrales, IHU. Special thanks
to Raul Oscar Chaves)
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