KAAVAN

Nov. 30, 2020

Following years of public outcry and campaigning by American pop star Cher, the "world's loneliest elephant" embarked on a mammoth move from Pakistan to retirement in a Cambodian sanctuary.

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  • Kaavan is dubbed the "world's loneliest elephant" after languishing alone for years in a Pakistani zoo.

  • The plight of the male Asian elephant, who's been alone since the death of his partner Saheli in 2012, has captured worldwide attention.

  • The loss of his mate Saheli in 2012 took a toll on Kaavan's mental health. Elephants are social animals that thrive on the company of other elephants.

Source : NDTV

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