Grieving Mother Elephant Remains by Baby's Side After Highway Tragedy

A tragic incident unfolded on the Gerik-Jeli East-West highway in Perak, Malaysia, when a young elephant was struck and killed by a truck. The mother elephant remained at the scene for hours, her grief palpable. "It was a heartbreaking sight," said a local resident who witnessed the event. Authorities responded by carefully relocating the mother elephant to a safe area, using vehicles to gently guide her away. This incident underscores the need for increased awareness and safety measures to protect wildlife in areas with high human traffic. The incident serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between human development and the preservation of natural habitats.