Safeguarding Communities and Wildlife
Recently, our vet students successfully assisted in placing tracking collars on two elephants, the largest land animals in Africa. As bushland continues to diminish, human-animal conflicts are on the rise, with elephants sometimes venturing beyond fence lines into neighbouring communities. This not only poses a danger to the civilians but also puts the elephants at risk of being labelled as dangerous, potentially leading to their euthanasia.
Thanks to the diligent efforts of our students, these collars now allow the reserve owner to monitor the elephants' movements closely. If an elephant nears the fence line, a team can promptly intervene, ensuring the safety of both the community and the elephants.
This experience provided our students with invaluable hands-on learning in elephant medicine, including pharmacology, darting, sedation monitoring, and the intricacies of using tracking technology. Beyond technical skills, they also honed their abilities to navigate real-world challenges, acting as advocates for the elephants and finding solutions that benefit all parties involved.
The elephants have recovered well from the procedure and continue to thrive safely in the bush with their families.
Megan
Rhino Connect
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