Dangerous Elephant Traps Found in Khao Yai National Park: Officials Take Action

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Dangerous traps intended to harm elephants have been found in Khao Yai National Park, spurring quick action from park leaders. The traps, which were located in areas frequented by elephants, seem to have been set by locals.

 

Chaiya Huaihongthong, who heads the park, was alerted by the community leader of Ban Mai Samakki in Mu Si, Pak Chong district, Nakhon Ratchasima province. These traps are made of circular wooden planks with three-inch nails intended to pierce the feet of elephants. Such injuries could lead to serious infections and potentially be fatal for the animals.

 

A local resident discovered the traps and quickly reported them. Following this tip, park officials and local police conducted a detailed search, uncovering 12 traps in total. Each trap had 4-inch nails fixed into a wooden base. The search team rapidly removed these dangerous traps to protect wildlife and to collect evidence that might identify and learn the people behind this cruel act.

 

 

Chaiya highlighted the severe threat these traps pose, explaining that rusty nails could cause life-threatening infections for elephants. He stated that setting traps is illegal and warned about their dire impact on elephant populations.

 

Police are working with local communities to discourage violent actions against wildlife and to promote non-violent conflict resolution. They are also maintaining a dialogue with residents to ensure better understanding and cooperation. Volunteer groups and related agencies are keeping track of elephant movements to safeguard both the community and the elephants.

 

Chaiya and his team remain dedicated to finding those responsible, using the gathered evidence to ensure they face justice and to avoid future occurrences. The park officials emphasize the necessity of peaceful coexistence with wildlife and continue efforts to foster harmonious living between humans and animals.

 

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-- 2024-11-27

 

 

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20 minutes ago, snoop1130 said:

uncovering 12 traps in total. Each trap had 4-inch nails fixed into a wooden base.

 

Catch the culprits, blindfold them and make them walk over the planks every day until they promise never to do it again.