VOICED: Sri Lanka's dwindling elephant herd

The video discusses the Udawalawe Transit Home in Sri Lanka, which cares for orphaned elephant calves affected by human-elephant conflict. These elephants often suffer from mental trauma due to losing their families. The transit home aims to raise awareness and educate the public about elephant conservation. Visitors can adopt elephants, contributing to their care. The program hopes to ease the plight of elephants, but challenges remain due to habitat loss.

How do the staff at the transit home care for orphaned elephant calves?

What are some of the main reasons for the decline in the elephant population in Sri Lanka?

In what ways can education help improve the situation for elephants in Sri Lanka?

What role do visitors play in the conservation efforts for elephants?

What challenges do conservationists face in protecting Sri Lanka's elephants?