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world23 days ago•2 min saved

Thailand Park Tragedy: Third Fatality Linked to a Wild Elephant

A wild bull elephant named Oyewan killed a 65-year-old Thai tourist at Khao Yai National Park in central Thailand, the third fatality linked to the same animal; the wife escaped as rangers scared the elephant away. Officials will decide soon whether to relocate or modify Oyewan’s behavior. Thailand’s wild-elephant population has surged toward 800, contributing to more than 220 deaths since 2012, and authorities are using contraceptive vaccines on females to curb growth.

via CBS News|

#elephant #khao-yai-national-park #thailand

world1 month ago•2 min saved

Lone tusker's deadly rampage in Jharkhand leaves 22 dead

Forest officials in Jharkhand are tracking a single-tusked elephant blamed for 22 deaths since January, with tranquilisation attempts failing as over 100 personnel hunt the animal that has moved nightly through villages, highlighting mounting human-elephant conflict driven by habitat loss and encroachment.

via The Guardian|

#elephant #human-elephant-conflict #india

world1 month ago•2 min saved

Jharkhand's rampaging elephant leaves 20 dead as search continues

A wild male elephant has killed at least 20 people over nine days in Jharkhand's Chaibasa and Kolhan forest areas. A large hunt involving over 100 forest personnel is ongoing to locate and capture the animal, which has proven elusive and active at night. Officials say the deaths reflect a human-elephant conflict linked to shrinking forests and habitat fragmentation. The elephant remains uncaptured, as authorities warn residents to stay indoors at night and continue the search; compensation has been announced for the victims’ families.

via BBC|

#elephant #human-elephant-conflict #india

environment1 month ago•1 min saved

Kenya Honors the Passing of Iconic Elephant Craig

Kenya mourns the death of Craig, a legendary super tusker elephant known for his massive tusks and calm demeanor, symbolizing successful conservation efforts that have increased elephant populations and highlighted the importance of protection and community involvement.

via DW|

#conservation #craig #elephant

environment1 month ago•2 min saved

Kenya Mourns the Loss of Iconic 'Super Tusker' Elephant Craig at Age 54

Kenya mourns the death of Craig, a legendary 'super tusker' elephant in Amboseli National Park, known for his massive tusks and calm demeanor, symbolizing successful conservation efforts; he died of natural causes at age 54, leaving a lasting legacy in wildlife protection and tourism.

via ABC News|

#conservation #craig #elephant

world1 month ago•2 min saved

Kenya Honors 'Super Tusker' Elephant Craig After His Passing

Kenya mourns the death of Craig, a legendary 'super tusker' elephant in Amboseli National Park, known for his immense tusks and calm demeanor, symbolizing successful conservation efforts; he died of natural causes at age 54, leaving a lasting legacy in wildlife protection and tourism.

via Yahoo|

#conservation #craig #elephant

world1 month ago•2 min saved

Kenya Honors 'Super Tusker' Elephant Craig After His Passing

via AP News|

#conservation #craig #elephant

environment1 month ago•1 min saved

Craig, the Iconic Beer-Ambassador Elephant, Passes Away at 54

Craig, a renowned 54-year-old male tusker elephant and a symbol of conservation success in Kenya's Amboseli National Park, has died of natural causes. Known for his impressive tusks and calm demeanor, he was also a brand ambassador for Tusker beer and a major tourist attraction, representing Africa's natural heritage. His death marks the loss of one of the last remaining super tuskers, highlighting the importance of wildlife preservation.

via BBC|

#ambassador #conservation #elephant

world6 months ago•3 min saved

Tourist's Beer Pouring on Elephant Sparks Outrage in Kenya

A Spanish tourist in Kenya faced backlash after videos surfaced of him pouring beer into an elephant's trunk and feeding elephants and a rhino in wildlife reserves, actions considered dangerous and disrespectful to conservation efforts, prompting investigations by Kenyan authorities and calls for stricter regulation of tourist behavior in wildlife parks.

via BBC|

#animal-abuse #elephant #kenya

world8 months ago•2 min saved

Wild Elephant Raids Thai Grocery for Snacks

A hungry wild elephant named Plai Biang Lek in Thailand raided a grocery store near Khao Yai National Park, snacking on various items and causing minor damage, highlighting the ongoing issue of elephants venturing into human habitats due to habitat loss.

via KSL.com|

#elephant #grocery-store #human-wildlife-conflict

world8 months ago•2 min saved

Hungry Elephant Raids Thai Grocery Store for Snacks

A wild elephant named Plai Biang Lek entered a grocery store in Thailand from Khao Yai National Park, helped himself to snacks, and left without harm, highlighting increasing human-wildlife conflicts as elephants venture into human areas due to habitat loss.

via ABC News|

#elephant #human-wildlife-conflict #khao-yai-national-park

odd-news1 year ago•0 min saved

Escaped Circus Elephant Causes Chaos in Montana

A circus elephant named Viola escaped while being washed near a road in Butte, Montana, causing a traffic disruption for about 10 minutes before being safely guided back into its trailer by its trainer.

via BBC.com|

#circus #elephant #escape

odd-news1 year ago•2 min saved

Rogue Elephant Rampage: Circus Escape in Butte, Montana

An elephant escaped from the Jordan World Circus in Butte, Montana, causing a stir as it roamed the streets and even defecated on someone's lawn before being safely returned to the circus. The incident was captured on video and sparked a range of reactions on social media, with some expressing concern for the animal's well-being. PETA submitted a complaint to federal authorities, criticizing the circus for its treatment of the elephant and urging people not to support circuses that exploit animals.

via The Washington Post|

#butte #circus #elephant

odd-news1 year ago•2 min saved

Rampaging Circus Elephant Roams Montana City Streets

Viola, a 58-year-old elephant with the Jordan World Circus, escaped from her handlers in Butte, Montana, after being spooked by a car backfiring while getting a bath. She was captured after a brief 10-minute chase and went on to perform in the circus that evening. Animal advocacy groups PETA and PAWS criticized Viola's escape, alleging a history of abuse and involuntary servitude by the circus supplier, Carson & Barnes Circus.

via New York Post |

#animal-welfare #circus #elephant

animals1 year ago•1 min saved

"Escaped Circus Elephant Causes Chaos in Montana Streets"

An elderly elephant named Viola escaped from the Jordan World Circus in Butte, Montana, after being spooked by a vehicle while getting a bath. The elephant roamed the streets briefly before being recaptured by circus staff without incident. This is not the first time Viola has escaped, having done so in 2010 and 2014. The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals identified the elephant and described her as "elderly." No damage or injuries were reported, and the circus continued as scheduled.

via NBC News|

#animal-welfare #animals #circus