Theppakkadu elephant camp
- April 10, 2023
- Posted by: OptimizeIAS Team
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Theppakkadu elephant camp
Subject: Environment
Section: Places in news
Mudumalai Tiger Reserve, Theppakadu Elephant camp is the oldest elephant camp in Asia. This elephant camp was established 100 years before. This elephant camp having 28 elephants including 2 calves at present. In this elephant camp elephants are mainly used in Human- Wild animal conflicts, Forest Mansoon patrolling, eco-tourism, elephant conservation, Education etc.
The Elephant camp is located on the bank of the river Moyar, opposite to the Reception center.