Get to know Emma the Explorer!
As time passes by, we're getting to learn much more about the curious pachyderm. Her curiosity for exploring her surroundings, endless love for tender tree branches and for taking peaceful naps by the Yamuna Riverside are all newly emerging facets of Emma's personality.
She's also regularly undergoing treatment at the WSOS Elephant Hospital. An intensive routine of treatment involving plenty of foot baths has been created for Emma. Though she was initially apprehensive of of these foot baths, her relief is palpable now. Taking mud baths actively during the day is one of her favourite activities and so is interacting with the enrichments erected in her enclosure!
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#WednesdayWisdom
"A simple act of kindness and compassion towards a single animal may not mean anything to all creatures, but will mean everything to one."
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Paul Oxton
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Bijli's 'walk to remember'!
Sauntering casually under a bright blue sky and open, lush green fields, Bijli cuts an imposing figure across the horizon. Among her favourites are long walks (regardless of the weather) and her constant companions Chanchal and Laxmi. She also never says no to sugarcane - a seasonal delicacy that Bijli eagerly awaits every year. Her name means 'lightning' in vernacular, the name at complete odds with her gentle, loving nature.
Watching the gentle giant at peace out in the open is truly a pleasure. Always the confident leader, Bijli picks out her way on walks with dexterity and paves the way forward for Laxmi & Chanchal. Having experienced nothing but a painful, claustrophobic experience in the populated streets of Agra, Uttar Pradesh that culminated in a painful accident that left her with chronic injuries, Bijli's unfettered existence today is a blissful experience, both for her and us.
Learn more about Bijli's story on www.wildlifesos.org
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What's the best form of Monday therapy?
Watching our vibrant Rose tear into a bale of hay with delighted abandon!
Rose's caregiver, knowing her love for food, hides treats in the bale for her to find during her playtime. She is an incredibly active bear who is rarely found staying still for even a moment. She is also extremely possessive about her hay and hates interruptions from anybody, even her best friend Elvis!
Enrichments play a vital role in the physical and mental well-being of the bears at #WildlifeSOS. From bamboo balls, tyre feeders and barrel feeders to bamboo platforms and gunny sacks filled with yummy delicacies, these fun enrichments help our bears to tap into their natural instincts and enhances physical, social and cognitive skills!
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#enrichment #enrichments #bears #slothbears #bearsofinstagram #indianbears #bearsofindia #wsos #wildlifesosindia #mondayblues
When a peculiar high-pitched squeal of delight reverberates through the Field of Dreams, we know instantly that it is Zara expressing her delight at the latest bucket of delicacies curated for her by her caregiver.
The vivacious elephant's petite structure, small ears and voracious appetite make her one of the most easily recognizable elephants under our care. One of her many quirky behavioural aspects is that she is fascinated with peacocks & is often spotted chasing them or trying to imitate their chirping by trumpeting in return!
Regular dips in the pool, walks with her companion Arya and fruit fests are all a part of Zara's new life of freedom. To get to know more about our 'Elephant of the Month's Zara, and the many changes in her life since her rescue, head to www.wildlifesos.org to read our blog!
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“Can you rescue these 30 elephants immediately?”
It’s a question we have our hearts set on but at the same time it sends us into a panic. With our compassionate supporters by our side, can we accomplish such a heroic task?
A generous donor has offered a $75,000 matching grant to expand our Elephant Hospital Campus. Your donation to Wildlife SOS will be matched, doubling your impact!
We set an ambitious goal to raise $1.5 million (£1,1 million or ₹11 crore) to purchase 74 acres of property near the Elephant Hospital Campus. This will give our elephant family a large, continuous space adjacent to forest land and intersected by the holy Yamuna river. Space to live and be treated for their injuries. Space to be loved, play and enjoy the companionship of other elephants.
Like you, we’ve been demanding the release of so many captive elephants kept in brutally cruel conditions, and that day will soon come. We’re setting a course to make a historic impact, but we can’t do it without you. Please give generously to expand the Elephant Hospital Campus.
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For more information, visit www.wildlifesos.org to read Building a Future for India's Elephants: https://wildlifesos.org/building-a-future-for-indias-elephants/
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Our communities continue to grapple with man-animal conflict in various forms today.
The very commonly observed phenomenon is one of the biggest threats to conservation efforts in the twenty-first century. Conflict stems from various situations but the common underlying denominator is the struggle over territory.
From animals like leopards and hyenas trapped in open wells or in the vice-like grip of snare traps to herds of wild elephants straying into communities residing in forest fringes or consuming food laced with explosives, wildlife conflict can take on many forms.
In a world where shrinking habitats and food sources are pushing wild animals into urban territories, there is bound to be a rise in such cases. To read more about the challenges faces by bodies like WSOS in conflict mitigation, examples of conflict that we work with and the alternatives to finding non-lethal ways of protecting the country's wildlife, read our blog 'The Art of Coexisting: Grappling With Man-Animal Conflict' on www.wildlifesos.org
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Polly 🐻 vs Coconut - Who do you think will win?
Coconut (not our lovely girl Coco 🐘 but the fruit 🥥) is a massive favourite amongst the bears under our care. For Polly, a leisurely stretch and sumptuous breakfast lead to a pleasant day filled with all kinds of activities.
Some of her favourites are the food-based enrichments that are so popular at the centres (of-course 😏) and she eagerly awaits the ripe coconut that her keeper strategically places for her to find. She uses her inwardly shaped claws to deftly extract the fruit meat and devour it - all within a matter of minutes! 😄
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Our work with wildlife over the past two decades has taught us that conservation efforts are only successful when people are involved as stakeholders.
Most calls for aid come from local farmers and villagers who spot animals in distress and then reach out to the Forest Department or Wildlife SOS or to local villager rescue teams trained in conflict mitigation and rescue basics by WSOS staff. Without the coordination between these different groups, and the compassion displayed by local communities towards safeguarding innocent lives, these rescues couldn't be conducted with such positive results.
In one such heartwarming incident, these adorable Rusty Spotted Cat siblings were rescued by Wildlife SOS in collaboration with the Forest Department and a local rescue team. Following the rescue, the duo was successfully reunited with the mother in an arduous, but ultimately satisfying, operation!
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#wsos #wildlifesosindia #savingindiasanimals #instaanimals #rustyspottedcat #catsofinstagram #conservation #conservationefforts #rescue #rehabilitation
#SlitheringSaturday
The checkered Keelback is a master of aquatic habitats - often found in freshwater ponds, lakes and streams. It's also a master of stealth, frequently using reeds and aquatic plants to its advantage while hunting prey. However, on land, the snake is not so successful in remaining hidden.
In a recent incident, the WSOS Rapid Response Unit rescued a Checkered Keelback from an IndusInd bank branch in Delhi where it was spotted trying to scale the railing of a staircase. In an effort to diffuse a rather hiss-terical and chaotic situation and safeguard the reptile, WSOS rescuers immediately rushed to the rescue of the snake.
Because Keelbacks tend to be aggressive when cornered, the rescue had to be conducted with utmost caution and with minimal stress to the snake. It was released into its habitat after observation.
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Us in the middle of a Zoom call - "Wait, did someone just say coffee....?"
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#ThrowbackThursday
Our grand old dame Sundari turns twenty eight years old this year. She was a victim of the brutal 'Dancing Bear' practice for around 13 years before being rescued by Wildlife SOS.
This makes her one of the oldest sloth bears under our care. Her age and vitality are a testament to modern veterinary science, the dedicated care provided by WSOS and her own grit and determination. She also undergoes customised geriatric care at the centre that is designed specifically around her needs.
A regal, slightly mercurial character, Sundari is one of the most interesting bears we've cared for. She prefers her solitude and her privacy but welcomes the company of her caretaker who she has a great rapport with.
Highly intelligent, Sundari is one of the few residents of Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre (BBRC)who recognises the peculiar smell of medicines. The staff has to employ extra creativity to ensure that she gets her meds on time!
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Jai's bare necessity is sugarcane, sugarcane and more sugarcane!
A delicious meal of fresh leaves, tender shoots and scrumptious sugarcane is the best way to Jai's heart (stomach). The more we get to know him the more astounded we are at his capacity to trust - as every test with the WSOS vets proves. He patiently stands munching on yummy treats while his treatment is conducted.
Despite the harsh beginnings of his life, we're determined to give him a life he truly deserves. Read all about Jai's first month of freedom with WSOS on our website.
www.wildlifesos.org
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#TuesdayTrivia
Did you know?
Leopards are astoundingly strong - they are considered the strongest of the big cats (pound for pound). They are able to carry heavy prey up trees to protect their kill from hyenas and other large animals!
In pic: Jiya snoozing in a sunlit patch in her enclosure at the WSOS Leopard Rescue Centre.
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The suave Sanjay is celebrating four years of freedom with Wildlife SOS and we are delighted to achieve this milestone!
Like many other elephants rescued by WSOS, Sanjay's history is rooted in agony and neglect - walking from pillar to post as a begging elephant, his majestic frame was riddled with wounds and his skin sporting an unhealthy pallor. Initially, for many months, Sanjay's apprehension was his constant companion.
Four years down the line however, the majestic tusker is a sight for sore eyes. Grand tusks curving out, his ears gently flapping in the wind and trunk eagerly sniffing for his favourite treats, Sanjay enjoys a healthy diet of delicious meals consisting of bananas, pumpkin and spinach, having the time of his life exploring new enrichments customised for him and 'trunk'loads of dedicated care.
His recuperation has been an arduous journey, and there's still a long way to go, but his grit continues to inspire us every day.
Happy Rescueversary, Sanjay!
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Winters invariably bring with them an enrichment that is highly favoured by the Asiatic Black Bears under our care - a merry snowman ☃️!
As much as the #WSOS staff enjoy building the snowman, their joy is nothing compared to the excitement displayed by our bears Rosie & Fancy when facing the sculpted enrichment. To 'sweeten the pot', the care staff also decided to throw in ripe apples 🍎 as treats to be savoured. Needless to say, the snowman was immediately demolished to attain the delicious treats and devour them with gusto!
At the moment, our rescue centres in Jammu & Kashmir are awash in a blanket of white. The cold, however, has done nothing to dampen the excitement around the centres as the bears are more excited than ever to enjoy the delight of snow!
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#bearcare #bearconservation #conservationawareness #savingindiasbears #blackbears #asiaticblackbears #jammuandkashmir #wsos #wildlifesosindia #bearsofinstagram #instabear
Goodbye Gail....
Today we're bidding adieu to our gentle Gail. We loved observing her dig pits in the mud with great focus or lying on her back on her hammock with her feet thrust out, soaking in the sun. Signs of her advancing age were most clearly visible in her favourite activity - taking long naps until mealtime.
Today as her field lies barren and her favourite platform enrichment remains empty, Gail’s soul runs freely over the rainbow bridge, leaving all her ailments and any memories of a brutal past behind.
As we bid farewell to Gail with a heavy heart, we feel relief in knowing that we provided her with the love, care and comfort that she deserved in this important phase of life.
Read all about Gail on www.wildlifesos.org
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Suzy and Asha do the hoe-down!
Petite, calm and serene - our gentle giant Suzy is celebrating six years of freedom with Wildlife SOS today.
Though she towers over us, Suzy can hardly be spotted amongst the pachyderms at Elephant Conservation and Care Centre (ECCC). Her best friend and constant companion Asha is always found by her side - always ready to lend her voice to guide Suzy gently on their daily walks. Having left behind a very painful history as a circus elephant, Suzy's life is incredibly different from what it was before her rescue.
As you can see, the two enjoy each other's company immensely, often leading to conversation in excited rumbles and trumpets when together.
Help us give Suzy a life filled with walks with her best friend, delicious meals and plenty of care. Would you consider sponsoring her?
Happy Rescueversary, Suzy!
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"Did I say honey is the best thing ever? I meant a nap. I love me some naps....."
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