Big-game hunting ban lifted after Cecil death

Zimbabwean wildlife authorities have partially lifted restrictions on big game hunting imposed earlier this month following the outcry over the killing of Cecil the lion by a US trophy hunter.

Authorities had suspended the hunting of lions, leopards and elephants in the area around Hwange National Park on Aug 1 after the black-maned Cecil - a favorite with park visitors - was shot with a bow and arrow by dentist Walter Palmer.

Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority announced the lifting of the ban in a statement on Monday. Some restrictions remain, however.