About 15 to 20 cows unexpectedly attacked a jogger along a trail in Colorado Tuesday morning.

A jogger found himself surrounded by a small crowd. CowMost were mothers with calves trying to protect themselves while on the ground. Colorado Hometown Weekly report. Boulder County Parks and Open Spaces (BCPOS) rangers responded to a 911 call from a witness.

Meadowlark Trail Closed Trail Closure Alert: The Meadowlark Trail between Coulton Trailhead and Key Bank is closed due to the presence of aggressive cattle in the area. The trail will resume as soon as it is safe to do so. pic.twitter.com/Lct9jF1l8S

— Boko Open Space (@BoulderCountyOS) June 6, 2023

“People have seen the threat of cattle before, and that’s one of the reasons we put up the sign,” BCPOS spokesperson Vivian Janapour told Hometown Weekly.

The injured Jogger was immediately taken to a local hospital, but her condition is unknown at this time. BCPOS ranger Erin Hartnett said the cow’s behavior was likely to protect the calf. (Related: Researchers believe killer whales are leading ‘coordinated’ attacks around Gibraltar)

“They are very protective of their calves at this time of year,” Hartnett told the magazine.

The trail was closed for public safety and the herd was moved to a fenced pasture. The trail is now reopened to the public, according to Hometown Weekly. Hartnett advised trail users to be careful during this period. She recommended keeping dogs on leashes and keeping a safe distance from them. wildlife Encountered on the trail.

Trail Closure Update: The Meadowlark Trail is now open. Aggressive cattle were removed from the area. #bokotrail pic.twitter.com/ZbJgQj2bcJ

— Boko Open Space (@BoulderCountyOS) June 6, 2023

“If they’re getting in your way, if they’re not going to make way for you, back off and don’t continue hiking,” Harnett told the outlet.