A lone wild elephant was spotted roaming the streets of Ramegoundan Pudur in Coimbatore early on July 27, causing fear among local residents. The incident was captured on CCTV footage.
Coimbatore: Residents of Ramegoundan Pudur in Coimbatore woke up to an unusual sight on the morning of July 27 as a lone wild elephant was seen wandering through the streets of their neighborhood. The unexpected visitor caused panic among the local population, highlighting the increasing instances of human-wildlife conflict in the region.
The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Thursday, was captured on CCTV cameras installed at a house in the area. The footage shows the solitary elephant calmly moving through the residential streets, seemingly unfazed by its urban surroundings.
This sighting is part of a larger trend of elephant movement in the Mettupalayam area and its surrounding regions. Over the past few days, wild elephants have been frequently spotted in various localities including Thekampatti, Nellithurai, and Thasampallayam.
The increasing presence of wild elephants in human-populated areas has raised concerns among residents about their safety and the potential for property damage. Local authorities are urged to take necessary measures to ensure the safety of both the residents and the wandering elephants.
Wildlife experts suggest that the elephants' venture into urban areas could be due to various factors such as habitat loss, search for food and water, or disturbances in their natural corridors. They emphasize the need for long-term solutions to mitigate human-elephant conflict while ensuring the conservation of these majestic creatures.
As the news of the elephant's urban excursion spreads, it serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between human settlements and wildlife habitats in the region. Residents are advised to remain cautious and report any elephant sightings to the forest department immediately.
The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Thursday, was captured on CCTV cameras installed at a house in the area. The footage shows the solitary elephant calmly moving through the residential streets, seemingly unfazed by its urban surroundings.
This sighting is part of a larger trend of elephant movement in the Mettupalayam area and its surrounding regions. Over the past few days, wild elephants have been frequently spotted in various localities including Thekampatti, Nellithurai, and Thasampallayam.
The increasing presence of wild elephants in human-populated areas has raised concerns among residents about their safety and the potential for property damage. Local authorities are urged to take necessary measures to ensure the safety of both the residents and the wandering elephants.
Wildlife experts suggest that the elephants' venture into urban areas could be due to various factors such as habitat loss, search for food and water, or disturbances in their natural corridors. They emphasize the need for long-term solutions to mitigate human-elephant conflict while ensuring the conservation of these majestic creatures.
As the news of the elephant's urban excursion spreads, it serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between human settlements and wildlife habitats in the region. Residents are advised to remain cautious and report any elephant sightings to the forest department immediately.