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No Puma Found at Geiseltalsee as Search Concludes

Search teams were stood down following expert video analysis that ruled out a puma, leaving the animal’s identity unknown.

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Blick auf die Marina Baunsbedra am Geiseltalsee

Overview

  • A large feline was first sighted on June 14 at the Geiseltalsee harbor near Braunsbedra, triggering warnings through the Nina and Katwarn apps.
  • Police, fire crews, drones and a helicopter were mobilized after experts initially validated a video suggesting a puma.
  • On June 18, Saalekreis officials ended the multi-agency search when a second video analysis concluded the animal was not a puma.
  • Authorities have not identified the species or source of the cat, leaving its origin and potential risks undetermined.
  • The episode has renewed pressure from groups like Vier Pfoten to tighten Germany’s regulations on private exotic animal ownership.