Another Wild Elephant Found Dead in Thanamalwila - LankaXpress

Another wild elephant found dead in Thanamalwila - LankaXpress

The carcass of a wild elephant has been discovered in a swamp near the Karametiya Tank, within the Dahaiyagala area of the Hambegamuwa Police Division in Thanamalwila. According to wildlife officials, the elephant had been under treatment on several occasions prior to its death. However, the exact cause of death has not yet been determined. A post-mortem examination is scheduled to be conducted to ascertain the cause of death. Further investigat…

Wild elephant found dead near Karametiya tank

(Image credit: Courtesy of the respective owners) A dead wild elephant has been found in a swamp near the Karametiya tank in Dahaiyagala, which comes under the Thanamalvila, Hambegamuwa Police Division. According to officials, wildlife officers had provided medical treatment to this elephant on several occasions in the past. However, the elephant eventually died despite their efforts. The exact cause of death has not yet been determined. A post-…