Injured jumbo captured in Gudalur
The Hindu
Two kumki elephants were deployed for the operation
The Forest Department on Wednesday captured a 30-year-old injured elephant in Gudalur. The elephant, known as “Silver Monstra,” was injured a few years ago during a fight with another elephant. The elephant had received its name since it was regularly spotted around the Silver Cloud tea estate, and for his propensity to enjoy feasting on the Monstera deliciosa (swiss cheese) plants found in the area. Forest department officials said that till date, the animal had no interaction with humans that had resulted in injuries or loss of life to people in the region. It had sustained the injury to its tail region a few years ago and was being given antibiotics orally.More Related News
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