Watch | Why is this elephant habitat in Nilgiris under threat? But it’s more than just a scenic landscape; it’s a lifeline for the Asian elephants and other wildlife. This region, comprising Mudumalai, Nagarhole, Bandipur, Sathyamangalam and Wayanad is a sanctuary for over 6,000 Asian elephants, the largest population in the world. The Segur elephant corridor is not just important for elephants; it’s also home to critically endangered vultures. Read more: Segur elephant corridor | A jumbo right of passageReporting: Rohan PremkumarVideo: M. SathyamoorthyProduction: Reenu CyriacVoiceover: Gopika KP

Source: The Hindu October 09, 2023 20:08 UTC