A female elephant died due to suspected electrocution near the tribal reserve near the Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary in Thrissur, forest officials said on Tuesday.
The jumbo was found dead near an electric fence in Maniyankinar here this morning by local residents and the Forest Department was immediately informed, officials said.
Although it is suspected that electrocution is the cause of the elephant’s death, it can be confirmed after the autopsy, they said.
Electric fence has been installed in various parts of the State to protect property and cultivation near forests from attacks by wild animals including elephants.
Published – September 24, 2024 06:54 pm IST