Wild elephant herd caught on camera in Dong Yai Wildlife Sanctuary

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The Northeastern province of Buri Ram recently witnessed the majestic sight of a herd of twelve wild elephants within the lush confines of the Dong Yai Wildlife Sanctuary. The herd was captured on video through state-of-the-art automated cameras strategically positioned by local wildlife officials, meant to record and safeguard the diverse range of flora and fauna thriving within the sanctuary.

 

Somsuan Raksat, the Chief of Dong Yai Sanctuary, confirmed that the captivating footage was documented by the network-centric anti-poaching system (NCAPS) cameras at precisely 6.25pm on August 10.

 

The video clips showcase these majestic wild elephants playfully splashing around in a watering hole before casually strolling past the camera, against the backdrop of the dense Dong Yai forest. This video treat reaffirms the sanctuary’s status as a haven for abundant wildlife and invaluable natural resources, says Somsuan.

 

“The sight of these elephants is truly a testament to the rich diversity of our sanctuary.”

 

by Neill Fronde 

TOP: A herd of wild elephants were caught frolicking by automated cameras. (via supplied photo)

 

Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/northern-thailand/wild-elephant-herd-caught-on-camera-in-dong-yai-wildlife-sanctuary

 

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[hotchilli]

Good to see them where they are meant to be, not chained up or taking tourists for rides.

[BritScot]

Beautiful!

[Burma Bill]

3 hours ago, hotchilli said:

Good to see them where they are meant to be, not chained up or taking tourists for rides.

Surely it is the Thai humans that take tourists for a ride?

[steven100]

That's where that supermarket gorilla Bobo should be ... in a nature santuary.  

[RichardColeman]

Another gang of villains taking no notice of court orders !

[hotchilli]

11 hours ago, Burma Bill said:

Surely it is the Thai humans that take tourists for a ride?

Indeed, at the expense of the elephants freedom.

[Mutt Daeng]

Dong Yai - interesting name.