Elephant Rama Experiences A New Life At Wildlife SOS Following Cruelty
One adult male Asian elephant, who is thought to be around twenty-five years old, was just brought to the Wildlife SOS Elephant Hospital Campus in Mathura by its owner. The owner realized that the elephant needed medical attention immediately, so he contacted the Mathura Forest Department for support. The department then recommended that the elephant get care at the Wildlife SOS Elephant Hospital.
This specific male elephant, often known as a Makhna or tuskless elephant, is around twenty-five years old, and has been exposed to unfavorable and exploitative conditions, namely street begging and involvement in wedding processions. A thorough assessment of his condition, carried out at the Wildlife SOS Elephant Hospital Campus, has shown a very depressing and upsetting state of illness for this pachyderm.
Elephant’s physical condition is marked by extreme malnourishment and dehydration, corneal opacity in both eyes, noticeable ear notches from the usage of bull hooks, and several chronic, infected wounds from the use of spiked hobbles. In addition, evaluations using thermal imaging on his forelimbs and hindlimbs have shown persistent abscesses, overgrown toenails on all four limbs, and widespread edema.
An X-ray report confirms that this young elephant has many fractures along his dorsal spine from being forced to carry enormous burdens. This confirms the myth that elephants can carry heavy loads without suffering damage. When elephants are used for entertainment or begging, their heavy saddles can cause agony, change the way they walk, and cause deformities in their backs.
The elephant is now under the close observation and care of the veterinary staff of Wildlife SOS, a non-governmental organization (NGO). To lessen his pain and hasten his recuperation, he is receiving vital care, such as rest, fluids, and oral medicine.
In keeping with our tradition of extending a warm welcome to newcomers, a wonderful fruit feast was also prepared for Rama. He approached the cornucopia with deliberate strides, and we saw how the soft-spoken pachyderm was denied the nourishment his body needed. According to Wildlife SOS, “For Rama, this was more than just food; it was a taste of liberty that promised him a life full of care and compassion.”
“Rama has given us a sneak peek into his vivacious personality—we have observed him playing enthusiastically with mud, and this fills our heart with hope and happiness,” the Wildlife SOS website continues.
