Year of arrival: 2023
Age at the time of arrival: Approximately 18 years
Sex: Male
Recognisable features: He has a single tusk and a subtle crease in one ear
Health condition when rescued: Several toenail abscesses, torn foot pad, arthritis
Facility: Elephant Hospital Campus (EHC)
Favourite food: Sugarcane, bananas, and watermelons
Favourite activities: He enjoys throwing mud on himself
Background: Used as a ‘begging’ elephant, Taj was found to be severely emaciated with swollen limbs, torn foot pads, and severe joint disorders. Bound to a life of walking on tarmac roads, the young bull elephant’s health and requirements remained neglected, making him dependent on the occasional kindness of a few passersby for his sustenance. | READ MORE ABOUT TAJ
