Injured elephant keeps returning to Gerik highway despite herding efforts [WATCH]
GERIK: An injured wild elephant has repeatedly returned to the East-West Highway (JRTB) here despite efforts by the Perak Department of Wildlife and National Parks (Perhilitan) to herd it back into the forest.
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Injured wild elephant keeps returning to Gerik highway, despite herding efforts by Perak Department of Wildlife and National Parks (Perhilitan). The adult male elephant, with an injury to its right front leg, has been roaming the highway since August 17. Perhilitan notes the elephant is in good physical condition, showing normal behavior, and continues to feed and move well.
The department intensified monitoring and herding efforts, increasing frequency to twice a day, day and night. Perhilitan is also seeking a veterinary assessment to determine the extent of the injury and decide on further intervention. They urge motorists, especially near Titiwangsa Rest and Recreation (R&R) stop, to slow down and avoid stopping to photograph or record the elephant, as it could disrupt traffic.
Feeding or leaving food for the elephant along the highway is prohibited. Perhilitan emphasizes road-user safety and the elephant's welfare, reminding motorists to remain vigilant, avoid panicking, and comply with instructions from authorities.
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