Conservation Area Office 16 in Chiang Mai has stepped up surveillance measures against tigers disturbing communities at Doi Inthanon after discovering new tiger tracks at the border between two national parks and is accelerating identification of the tiger species involved.
On 1 March 2026, Mr. Kritsaya Khongstree, Director of Conservation Area Office 16 (Chiang Mai), provided an update on the situation where a tiger reportedly attacked and killed local livestock in Ban Muang Ang, Ban Luang Subdistrict, Chom Thong District, Chiang Mai Province, within Doi Inthanon National Park. The incident occurred on 25 February 2026, causing significant concern among local residents.
Recently, during ongoing field investigations, officials found tiger tracks similar in size to those at the initial incident site near the Mae Tuen-Mae Taeng stream in Santisuk Subdistrict, Doi Lo District. This area lies at the border between Mae Wang and Doi Inthanon National Parks. Although the tiger species has not yet been definitively identified, Conservation Area Office 16 has intensified search efforts by deploying drone teams to conduct aerial surveys over both national parks to accurately determine the tiger's location and species according to scientific standards.
To ensure safety and boost local morale, the director of Conservation Area Office 16 has assigned special surveillance teams to be stationed around the clock in Ban Muang Ang. These teams are prepared to respond promptly to incidents and closely protect residents. Additionally, authorities have issued public alerts advising people in Chom Thong, Doi Lo, and Mae Wang districts to stay informed about the situation and exercise extra caution in safeguarding their livestock during this period. Conservation Area Office 16 will provide further updates as new information becomes available.