A big cat expert fears trophy hunters could be lured to the UK after new DNA evidence indicated the large animals might be roaming parts of the country.
Frank Tunbridge, 74, who has studied big cats for over six decades, said they had probably been in the UK for 40 years but he was now concerned for their safety.
He added the latest findings could also put pressure on authorities to cull the animals due to public fear.
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