A fifth elephant found dead in Habarana

A fifth elephant found dead in Habarana

(FASTNEWS | COLOMBO) – The carcass of another elephant has been found on the banks of a river in Hiriwadunna, Habarana where four elephants were found dead yesterday.

Wildlife officers of Sigiriya said an elephant calf was also found roaming in the area.

Accordingly, the carcasses of five wild elephants have been found on the banks of a river in Hiriwadunna, Habarana thus far.

Speaking to Fast News, wildlife officers said a special investigation and a search is under way in the forest reserve.