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As  dawn breaks over the Wildlife SOS Elephant Conservation and Care Centre, Ramu, our majestic tusker, prepares himself for a day filled with fun activities such as dismantling enrichments in his enclosure and taking ample dust baths. At the tender age of 20 years, Ramu is the youngest bull elephant under our care and holds a special place in[…]

Year of rescue: 2019 Age at the time of arrival: 19 years Sex: Male Personality traits: Energetic Recognisable features: Long tusks that cross at the end; visibly deformed left ankle due to unhealed fracture Present health condition: Undergoing treatment for his right hind footpad abscess with antiseptic dressing; laser[…]

At the energetic age of 19 years, though Ramu is at the finality of his teenage years, there is no way he is willing to forego his childlike, enthusiastic self! When Ramu was brought to the Wildlife SOS Elephant Hospital for lifetime care and treatment for his fractured left hind leg, he was weak, emaciated and malnourished as the severe pain in[…]

Ramu has been a part of the Wildlife SOS family for just 15 days, but has made himself an inseparable part of our lives! This young pachyderm is so full of unmatched enthusiasm, that despite his severely affected limbs, one will find him walking around his enclosure, lifting his trunk to greet his neighbours. Ramu has been healing very well with[…]

Consider this: An employee reaches their workplace on time every day, completes each task assigned, and meets all targets. For such excellent performance, the staff member is rewarded with a gift card at the end of every month, which motivates the employee to repeat this behaviour in the upcoming months as well. This practice of encouraging an[…]

At Wildlife SOS, the commitment to biodiversity conservation extends far beyond the walls of the rehabilitation centres. Multiple stakeholders, including forest and government officials, conservation researchers and the youth, are actively engaged through a diverse range of outreach events to promote environmental stewardship and wildlife[…]

Dental health isn't just a concern for humans; it plays a crucial role in the well-being of all rehabilitated animals. From brushing and flossing to prevent cavities, to addressing bacterial films on teeth, proper oral care is essential. Beyond dental implications, good oral health positively influences overall welfare as well, as bacteria[…]

In a horrifying, gruesome accident, a speeding train that runs through a recognised elephant crossing corridor near the Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand collided with a passing herd of elephants, resulting in the death of an adult female elephant and injuring a 9-month-old calf. The calf, likely thrown by impact, was discovered paralyzed in a […]

In the bustling streets of India, where relentless heat hits the harsh tarmac roads, two elephants, Taj and Tara, were forced to walk for countless hours amidst the constant buzz of human activities. Each step taken by them reinforced their cruel captivity; they served as painful reminders of how distant they now were from their wild kith and[…]

The transition from October to November brought with it an enriching learning experience at the Agra Bear Rescue Facility (ABRF). The Bear TAG team from the United States visited our centre for a week-long knowledge exchange workshop on ex-situ conservation of sloth bears. During this workshop, our bear care staff had the opportunity to receive[…]

Forests, with their majestic emerald canopies, cover a whopping one-third of the Earth's landmass, and serve as the nurturing cradle for over 80% of all land-based species. These vibrant kingdoms are not only breathtakingly beautiful but are also fundamental to the survival of our planet's intricate ecosystem. On March 21st, the world[…]

The ever-changing landscape in Kashmir has been a leading cause of human-leopard conflict in that region. However, conflict is not a new scenario. The primary reason behind more cases getting highlighted is the advent and reach of social media. Earlier, the number of conflict cases highlighted were not as frequent as they are today, and this is a […]

As the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi approaches us, it is imperative to talk about the plight of elephants in India. Lord Ganesh is a symbol of strength and wisdom, revered by many in India. His influence stretches widely across the country; with many holding elephants in high regard and treating them like gods. Despite the respect and love that[…]

What do Coconut, Laxmi, Ramu and Zara share in common? Apart from the fact that they’re all rescued from traumatic conditions, they are all highly mischievous and the youngest residents of the Wildlife SOS Elephant Conservation and Care Centre. Learn all about how we care for the young elephants. [Photo (c) Wildlife SOS/Mradul[…]

Elephant herds are the living examples of the strongest familial relationships in the wild, each member of the herd has a role to play to ensure that the herd is safe. For an animal that thrives in the company of similar majestic beings, a life in captivity is nothing short of torture and injustice. This is precisely why, when rescued elephants,[…]

Asian elephants differ physiologically from their African counterparts, primarily in the shape of their ears, their build, their height and even their temperament. Rajesh is one of the rescued tuskers who resides at ECCC. [Photo (c) Wildlife SOS/Mradul Pathak] Some of the common differences between the two species are enlisted[…]

A huge thank you from Wildlife SOS for all your Giving Tuesday 2020 support! We shared some striking "then and now" videos and images that really demonstrate the impact we've all made in these beautiful animals' lives. If you missed them on our Facebook and Instagram pages, you can see them here. If you would like to support Wildlife SOS[…]

Musth (pronounced “must”) is an annual hormonal cycle that naturally occurs in adult male bull elephants. The condition can last anywhere from a few days, to as long as several months. Physical and behavioral changes are characterised by as much as a 100x increase in testosterone levels, highly aggressive behaviour, secretion of a[…]

The Department of Tourism recently organized a grand Snow Carnival in the beautiful valley of Gulmarg in the heart of Baramula district in Jammy and Kasmir, covered with a carpet white snow during the winters. This part of India is picturesque and serene and is best known as the "heartland of winter sports in India" and was rated as Asia's seventh […]

1.) How old do you think Sidda is? Sidda is a young bull elephant, whose estimated age is 35 years. 2.) How is working with a wild elephant different from a captive or domesticated elephant? Captive or domesticated elephants are accustomed to human presence and human touch, while wild elephants are generally wary of human beings. This can make[…]

People and animals have co-existed along the waters of the Jhelum river for centuries. Little villages crop up along the river banks, inhabited by locals, dependent on the forest, the river and their livestock for sustenance. Living side-by-side with nature isn’t always easy, but dependence on and respect for the environment that supports them,[…]

The anti-poaching team of Wildlife SOS rescued Chotu when he was a tiny, underweight 3 year old sloth bear from a small village in Uttar Pradesh and was brought to his new home at the Agra Bear Rescue Facility. A young and active bear full of enthusiasm, he used to chase all the other bears in the enclosure to make them play with him. He looks[…]

By Aaliya Mir The village of Naesh Bhat is in the district of Baramulla and has a population of about 1500 people.  The village is situated in a hilly are in northern Kashmir and is primarily a horticulture community dependent on apple production.  Althouh the village is not located by the forests, it is visited by Asiatic black bears and[…]

The Wildlife SOS at Fatehpur Sikri strives to save the bears from captivity and give them a habitat they rightfully deserve. India is known world-wide for its snake charmors, monkey performances and elephant rides. The dancing bear surprisingly, does not catch the stereotype makers' fancy. As kids, we have all seen the bhallu wallah antics. I[…]