Mother elephant mourns calf crushed by truck, refuses to leave. Gut-wrenching video
'Despite the commotion and damage, the heartbroken mother refused to leave the spot where her baby drew its last breath. Silent tears streamed down her face as she mourned in stillness, holding on to a bond that not even death could sever,' he said.Horrified by the incident, Pyro expressed concern over the increasing threats faced by wildlife due to expanding road networks that cut through natural habitats.'This image, as painful as it is powerful, reminds us that animals feel deeply. They love. They grieve. And they remember. It's a testament to the emotional intelligence and heart of a mother - whether she walks on two legs or four. Let this heartbreaking moment serve as a wake-up call for all of us. As more roads cut through natural habitats, wildlife faces increasing dangers. Drivers must be more aware, especially in areas known for animal crossings. A moment of care and caution could save a life,' Pyro added. advertisementIn the comments section of the post, conservationists and social media users urged authorities to take strong action to prevent such tragedies.'This is so tragically sad and so heartbreakingly moving! Too many people think animals have no emotion, but here is proof we are more alike than we think. We need to take better care of the animals, especially when it is us, the humans, encroaching in, taking their homes,' a user said.Several users lashed out at the driver for his irresponsible behaviour, blaming him for the tragic accident that claimed the calf's life.Trending Reel
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