Veterinary Team Rushes to Aid Injured Wild Elephant in Khao Ang Rue Nai
Georgealbert, Asean Now
February 3, 2025
See link
https://aseannow.com/topic/1350634-veterinary-team-rushes-to-aid-injured-wild-elephant-in-khao-ang-rue-nai/
for photo.
A team of veterinarians and wildlife officers has provided urgent medical
treatment to a wild elephant suffering from a severe infection in Khao Ang
Rue Nai Wildlife Sanctuary. The injured elephant, a 20-year-old male, was
found with an open wound under its belly, with blood and pus continuously
oozing from the site.
On the evening of 1 February, Ekachai Saendee, head of the Khao Ang Rue Nai
Wildlife Sanctuary, was alerted by local residents in Sanam Chai Khet
District, Chachoengsao, about a wounded elephant in Suan Pa Sanam Chai.
Blood-stained trails were visible in the areas the elephant had passed
through.
Upon receiving the report, Ekachai coordinated with Matchamon
Kaewprueksachai, head of the Wildlife Rescue Centre 2 (Krabok Khu), and
Thiti Sonsa, head of the Chachoengsao Wildlife Research Station. More than
20 officers, including veterinarians and staff from the Forest Industry
Organisation, were dispatched to provide assistance.
An initial examination revealed a deep infected wound approximately 15 cm
wide and 4 cm deep near the elephant’s navel. Due to the severity of the
infection and continuous discharge of pus, the veterinary team decided to
sedate the elephant for immediate treatment.
The procedure, which lasted over an hour, involved administering
antibiotics to combat infection, pain relief medication, nutritional
supplements, and anthelmintics to eliminate parasites. The wound was
thoroughly cleaned with saline and antiseptic solution before applying
antibiotic cream and wound powder. Additionally, blood samples were
collected for further health analysis. The team will continue to monitor
the elephant’s condition until the wound has completely healed.
Khao Ang Rue Nai Wildlife Sanctuary is one of Thailand’s most important
forest reserves, covering over 674,352 rai, across Chachoengsao, Chonburi,
Chanthaburi, Rayong, and Sa Kaeo provinces. It is the last remaining
lowland forest in the country and provides a vital habitat for wild
elephants and other rare wildlife species.
The head of the sanctuary urged the public to report any sightings of
injured or sick wildlife to authorities immediately.
https://aseannow.com/topic/1350634-veterinary-team-rushes-to-aid-injured-wild-elephant-in-khao-ang-rue-nai/
Veterinary Team Rushes to Aid Injured Wild Elephant in Khao Ang Rue Nai
Georgealbert, Asean Now
February 3, 2025
See link
<https://aseannow.com/topic/1350634-veterinary-team-rushes-to-aid-injured-wild-elephant-in-khao-ang-rue-nai/>
for photo.
A team of veterinarians and wildlife officers has provided urgent medical
treatment to a wild elephant suffering from a severe infection in Khao Ang
Rue Nai Wildlife Sanctuary. The injured elephant, a 20-year-old male, was
found with an open wound under its belly, with blood and pus continuously
oozing from the site.
On the evening of 1 February, Ekachai Saendee, head of the Khao Ang Rue Nai
Wildlife Sanctuary, was alerted by local residents in Sanam Chai Khet
District, Chachoengsao, about a wounded elephant in Suan Pa Sanam Chai.
Blood-stained trails were visible in the areas the elephant had passed
through.
Upon receiving the report, Ekachai coordinated with Matchamon
Kaewprueksachai, head of the Wildlife Rescue Centre 2 (Krabok Khu), and
Thiti Sonsa, head of the Chachoengsao Wildlife Research Station. More than
20 officers, including veterinarians and staff from the Forest Industry
Organisation, were dispatched to provide assistance.
An initial examination revealed a deep infected wound approximately 15 cm
wide and 4 cm deep near the elephant’s navel. Due to the severity of the
infection and continuous discharge of pus, the veterinary team decided to
sedate the elephant for immediate treatment.
The procedure, which lasted over an hour, involved administering
antibiotics to combat infection, pain relief medication, nutritional
supplements, and anthelmintics to eliminate parasites. The wound was
thoroughly cleaned with saline and antiseptic solution before applying
antibiotic cream and wound powder. Additionally, blood samples were
collected for further health analysis. The team will continue to monitor
the elephant’s condition until the wound has completely healed.
Khao Ang Rue Nai Wildlife Sanctuary is one of Thailand’s most important
forest reserves, covering over 674,352 rai, across Chachoengsao, Chonburi,
Chanthaburi, Rayong, and Sa Kaeo provinces. It is the last remaining
lowland forest in the country and provides a vital habitat for wild
elephants and other rare wildlife species.
The head of the sanctuary urged the public to report any sightings of
injured or sick wildlife to authorities immediately.
https://aseannow.com/topic/1350634-veterinary-team-rushes-to-aid-injured-wild-elephant-in-khao-ang-rue-nai/