Wild elephant in Ang Rue Nai sanctuary dies from severe injuries
Ryan Turner, The Thaiger
July 15, 2024
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https://thethaiger.com/news/national/wild-elephant-in-ang-rue-nai-sanctuary-dies-from-severe-injuries
for photo.
A wild elephant from the Ang Rue Nai Wildlife Sanctuary in Chachoengsao has
succumbed to severe injuries and infections. The elephant, found
immobilised with significant wounds, will undergo a detailed autopsy to
determine the exact cause of death.
The Ang Rue Nai Wildlife Sanctuary‘s mobile rapid response team discovered
the wild elephant lying in a ditch at Ban Nayao, Tha Kradan Sub-district,
Sanam Chai Khet District, Chachoengsao Province yesterday, July 14. The
elephant, estimated to be over 50 years old and weighing between 3.5 to 4
tonnes, was found in a weakened state, unable to get up.
A coordinated effort involving the Wildlife Rescue Centre 2, the head of
the Ang Rue Nai Wildlife Sanctuary, the head of the Chachoengsao Wildlife
Research Station, local rescue teams, and community volunteers were
immediately mobilised to attend to the stricken animal.
Upon examination, the elephant was found to be extremely emaciated and
suffering from severe pressure sores on its left hip and ankle. The rear
part of the footpad had detached, likely due to an infection.
Veterinarians on-site provided urgent medical care, including wound
treatment, antibiotics, pain relief, anti-inflammatory medication,
intravenous fluids, glucose, and amino acids, to alleviate the elephant’s
suffering and monitor its condition.
However, despite these efforts, the elephant succumbed to its injuries and
passed away at 3.30am today. The Ang Rue Nai Wildlife Sanctuary officials
have coordinated with the Sanam Chai Khet police to investigate the scene
and arrange for the transportation of the carcass for a thorough autopsy.
This will help determine the precise cause of death, after which the
remains will be buried following scientific protocols, reported KhaoSod.
https://thethaiger.com/news/national/wild-elephant-in-ang-rue-nai-sanctuary-dies-from-severe-injuries
Wild elephant in Ang Rue Nai sanctuary dies from severe injuries
Ryan Turner, The Thaiger
July 15, 2024
See link
<https://thethaiger.com/news/national/wild-elephant-in-ang-rue-nai-sanctuary-dies-from-severe-injuries>
for photo.
A wild elephant from the Ang Rue Nai Wildlife Sanctuary in Chachoengsao has
succumbed to severe injuries and infections. The elephant, found
immobilised with significant wounds, will undergo a detailed autopsy to
determine the exact cause of death.
The Ang Rue Nai Wildlife Sanctuary‘s mobile rapid response team discovered
the wild elephant lying in a ditch at Ban Nayao, Tha Kradan Sub-district,
Sanam Chai Khet District, Chachoengsao Province yesterday, July 14. The
elephant, estimated to be over 50 years old and weighing between 3.5 to 4
tonnes, was found in a weakened state, unable to get up.
A coordinated effort involving the Wildlife Rescue Centre 2, the head of
the Ang Rue Nai Wildlife Sanctuary, the head of the Chachoengsao Wildlife
Research Station, local rescue teams, and community volunteers were
immediately mobilised to attend to the stricken animal.
Upon examination, the elephant was found to be extremely emaciated and
suffering from severe pressure sores on its left hip and ankle. The rear
part of the footpad had detached, likely due to an infection.
Veterinarians on-site provided urgent medical care, including wound
treatment, antibiotics, pain relief, anti-inflammatory medication,
intravenous fluids, glucose, and amino acids, to alleviate the elephant’s
suffering and monitor its condition.
However, despite these efforts, the elephant succumbed to its injuries and
passed away at 3.30am today. The Ang Rue Nai Wildlife Sanctuary officials
have coordinated with the Sanam Chai Khet police to investigate the scene
and arrange for the transportation of the carcass for a thorough autopsy.
This will help determine the precise cause of death, after which the
remains will be buried following scientific protocols, reported KhaoSod.
https://thethaiger.com/news/national/wild-elephant-in-ang-rue-nai-sanctuary-dies-from-severe-injuries