Elephants rescued after being stuck in mud for 5 days on Lake Kariba Posted by Jordyn Johnson on 18 November 2022 Two exhausted bull elephants were successfully pulled out of the mud on the shore of Lake Kariba by a dedicated team of wildlife funds and Kariba Town civilians. The two elephants were first spotted on 16 October on the shore of Lake Kariba at Nyaodza-Sapi Confluence. It’s determined that the two were probably stuck for at least five days before they were discovered. Wildlife Rescue and local park rangers were called out to assess the situation. It was first thought that the elephants were too exhausted and would have to be put down. However, as the rangers approached the two, they became more alert, working harder to free themselves. Kariba Animal Welfare Fund Trust called a team together to rescue the elephants. Zimparks and The Zambezi Society sent rangers, and even civilians from Kariba town volunteered to help with the rescue mission. Heavy machinery and ropes were used to get the elephants out of the mud, and food and water were sent for the then-hungry and exhausted mammals. After two days of failed attempts, and broken machinery they managed to free the elephants. They were given lots of food, water, and time to regain their strength and stand up on wobbly legs. Due to the location of the elephants, it is hard for the Kariba Animal Welfare Fund Trust to track the two survivors, however, one of the males was seen three days later and they were happy to report that ‘he is absolutely fine.’ Take a look. Picture: Screenshots Follow us on social media for more travel news, inspiration, and guides. You can also tag us to be featured. TikTok | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter WATCH: Buffaloes attack lion during hunt in Sabi Sand Related Posts Debate arises as orcas attack boats: Aggression or social learning? 29 May 2023 Since 2020, there has been a growing number of encounters between orcas, also known as... read more Leopard’s leisurely stroll through South African bush lodge 26 May 2023 A close encounter with a Leopard at avbush lodge was captured on camera and shared... read more Cornered crocodile defends itself against 5 lions in Greater Kruger 22 May 2023 A Nile crocodile thought that a pride of lions waterbuck kill was an easy meal... read more PREV ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE
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