VOICED: Urban elephants ply Bangkok streets in search of tourist dollars

The video discusses the plight of elephants forced to beg in urban areas, highlighting the drastic decline in their population due to illegal smuggling and mistreatment. Despite laws against it, economic pressures drive handlers to bring elephants to cities, where they face abuse and injury. Some elephants are rescued and rehabilitated, but many cannot return to the wild due to lost instincts. Efforts by organizations aim to save these animals, but challenges remain as most elephants continue to live in urban environments.

What challenges do rescued elephants face when trying to return to the wild?

How does the experience of city life affect the instincts of elephants?