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Buxton, United Kingdom

Look up the story ( I can't include the web site link, not allowed!......Tragic-elephant-drops-dead-exhaustion-15-years-carry-tourists-Cambodian-temple

over a year ago Answer

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Bangkok, Thailand
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This sad story is all over the web. An elephant used for tourist rides has died of exhaustion at Angkor.

As this is clearly not an issue of travel and tourism, but one of animal welfare and animal rights, I don't understand what the question is

I have never ridden on an elephant in Thailand because I don't agree with their capture and use as tourist attractions and photo opportunities. I suggest that all animal-lovers stop supporting wildlife capture and display generally.

There is a counter-argument which says that if the animals could not be used to make someone money, they would not be cared for at all. There is a small ring of truth in that. The tigers in Asia are largely wiped out in the wild, but can be found thriving in Tiger petting zoos. They cannot be rehabilitated into the wild as they have never hunted, and would find it hard to survive. Once in captivity they have to remain there. The tourist dollars keep them fed with meat (large amounts) which they require for good health. Without that income, they would end up being sold to those who would use the animal for its body parts. The animals don't have a problem, humanity does.

Any concerns should be addressed to the wildlife authorities in government.

over a year ago
Traralgon, Australia
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If you want to know more about the wildlife here, it is well worth visiting the Wildlife Alliance in Cambodia (Phnom Penh pick up point). This is run like a zoo, but all the animals are rescues & is an incredible education. Enclosures are really good & the private tour, although expensive is worth it, providing a lot of insight & information. The Bear Rescue park is alongside it & also worth a look. The money we paid for the private tour paid for an enclosure, so we were really happy with that. This tour will answer all your questions.

over a year ago
Ankara
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I haven't seen the web side that is mentioned. But, I have visited this place ad it is a beautiful green garden ,the quality of the food is good. Riding on an elefant is not mandatory but optional. I haven't seen that they are hurting the animals but feeding them properly.

over a year ago
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