Chanthaburi:A rapid response team successfully rescued a baby wild elephant entangled in a net in the middle of Khlong Phawa Yai canal in Chanthaburi province, reuniting it with its mother and herd.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, reported receiving information from Mr. Yongyuth Nakaviroj, Director-General of the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation. The report detailed the team's efforts, which took place on the morning of November 6, 2026, when the team from the Office of Protected Area Management Region 2 (Sriracha) executed the rescue north of the Khlong Phawa Yai Reservoir in Phawa Subdistrict, Kaeng Hang Maew District.
Minister Suchart emphasized the importance of quick action and coordination with local agencies, instructing officers to prioritize the safety and protection of wild animals, particularly elephants, which are crucial to the ecosystem. The rapid response team, upon receiving the report at 700 AM, collaborated with local administration to free the elephant from the net and ensure its safe return to the forest. An initial examination confirmed that the elephant was in good health and had sustained no serious injuries.
The young elephant's reunion with its mother and herd at the forest's edge was a heartwarming sight, showcasing the compassion and dedication of the officials involved. Minister Suchart lauded the officials for their swift and professional actions and urged the Department of National Parks to monitor the herd's behavior to ensure the baby elephant's continued well-being. He highlighted the need for ongoing care for wildlife, beyond immediate rescue efforts, to ensure their safe existence within natural habitats.