Elephants trapped in mud for 2 days rescued, ‘Happy ending’ raises thumbs up from internet

A wildlife trust launched a massive rescue operation to save two elephants.

The Internet is full of videos that show Good Samaritans helping stranded animals and joining their herds and herds. The latest in the series shows the rescue of two female elephants trapped in mud in Kenya. The video was shared by the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust on its Instagram handle three days ago. The caption said that these elephants were trapped on the spot near a waterhole for at least two days until the rescue team found them.

“For these two women, a simple drink turned into a death trap,” the trust said in its post. This is a common situation during a drought.

The caption further added, “In search of water, elephants attempt to dry up the dams and get stuck in the mud. Due to the slippery floor and sticky terrain, they are unable to propel themselves to stand. Help. Without it, it becomes a fatal condition.” ,

Then he talked about the “happy ending” where both the elephants were saved. The Wildlife Trust also thanked all the rescue workers involved in the operation.

The heart-wrenching video took the internet by storm, with many Instagram users applauding the hard work of the rescuers.

“I am so grateful for the work you do. You are an angel on earth!” A user commented. “Brings tears to my eyes, thank you,” said another.

A third user commented, “Dedication and persistence. Don’t give up when everyone thinks it’s over.”

on Wednesday, a video from chhattisgarh A one-month-old elephant calf reunited with its herd. The elephant cub had strayed away from its group and was found alone in the fields of Jashpur.

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