Two rogue male elephants fuel rising conflict in Kanchanpur
Summary
Two solitary male elephants separated from their herds are causing increased conflict near Shuklaphanta National Park, including crop destruction and fatal attacks on residents in Nepal's far-western region.
Key Points
- Two solitary male elephants separated from their herds are repeatedly entering settlements near Shuklaphanta National Park, causing conflict.
- One tailless male elephant killed a resident named Dhana Bishta in Bankatti, Bhimdatta Municipality.
- Wildlife officials are intensifying surveillance and seeking to fit radio collars on the elephants to monitor their movements.
- Local governments and park authorities have tried barriers and warnings, but elephants continue to breach settlements, causing damage and fatalities.
