As elephants beat the heat, summer crowds rush to Konni
The Konni elephant training camp has become a popular summer destination as visitors come to see the elephants enjoy special cooling treats and baths. The camp has implemented a summer care routine that includes a special diet and multiple water showers each day. This initiative not only benefits the elephants but also attracts families eager to witness the playful interactions during bath time.
- ▪The Konni elephant training camp has introduced a special summer care routine for its elephants.
- ▪The elephants are served a diet of crushed fruits and vegetables to help them cool off.
- ▪The camp features four borewells and a water storage capacity of nearly two lakh litres to meet the elephants' needs.
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Summer has turned into a crowd-pulling spectacle at the Konni elephant training camp, with visitors flocking in to watch the resident elephants feast on juicy fruits, revel under cooling showers, and enjoy playful bath sessions to beat the heat.A popular attraction in Pathanamthitta, the camp has introduced a special summer care routine for its elephants. Served every forenoon, the menu features a mix of crushed watermelon, cucumber, bananas, and carrots, all washed and chopped into bite-sized pieces.Shinoj M.S., the officer overseeing the summer food programme, said it is a delight to watch the elephants relish the cooling treats.
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