An elephant calf which had been stuck in the mud for several days has been rescued yesterday (26) following a 24-hour rescue mission in the Sooriyapura area, Ada Derana reporter said.
According to the Kantale Wildlife Officers, this five-year-old elephant calf has been trapped in mud for three days near the Janaranjana Wewa in Sooriyapura area on Ella-Kantale road.
The rescue mission was carried out by the Giritale veterinary office, Kantale wildlife office, Army Officers, Sooriyapura police, Civil Security Officers and the residents of the areas in a joint effort.
Reportedly, two JCB machines were employed to rescue the baby elephant from the mud.
Following the medical treatments, given by the Giritale veterinary surgeons, the rescued elephant calf has regained its health, Kantale Wildlife Office stated.
