Wild tusker found dead in Jhapa, 28 deaths recorded in 16 years
Summary
A wild elephant was found dead in farmland in Mechinagar municipality-3, Jhapa, prompting an investigation by the Division Forest Office. Officials said 28 wild elephants have been found dead in different parts of Jhapa over the past 16 years.
Key Points
- A wild elephant was found dead in farmland in Mechinagar municipality-3, Jhapa this morning.
- The Division Forest Office sent a team to the incident site after locals reported the carcass.
- The cause of death has not yet been established.
- Office data show 28 wild elephants have been found dead in Jhapa district over the last 16 years.
