COLD KNOB- -- A hunter says he saw a lion in the woods in Greenbrier County. Animal control officers in Greenbrier County say so far they're only aware of one sighting which came from a hunter in the woods near Cold Knob.

Officers in the county say they're taking that report seriously.

On Friday, officers set up cameras in the area. They hope the equipment will catch an image of the animal.

If they can confirm the lion is actually in the woods, they'll work with the Department of Natural Resources to catch it. Pet owners must register some exotic animals with the state, but that mostly includes birds.

At this time there are no records kept for large animals like lions.

DNR officials say there is no cause for alarm, but they do say hunters should be cautious.