Chili Kompan, a wild and friendly elephant from Nelliyampathy in Palakkad, Kerala, is very fond of mangoes.
As the scorching summer sun blazed down on the forest lands of Nelliyampatti in Palakkad, Kerala, a guest made a spectacular entrance to herald the arrival of mango season. Say hello to Chili Kompan, a wild elephant who has been grabbing attention and winning hearts with his passion for mangoes.
In a region where human-wildlife conflict is common, Chili Con Pan stands out as a symbol of coexistence. Unlike his fellow elephants, who occasionally venture into inhabited areas, Chili Con Pan travels beyond the forest borders without causing much trouble to the people who live there. Instead, he enjoys mouthfuls of juicy forest foods. Jackfruit and mango.
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Known for their adorable quirks, elephants are often given two names when they wander into human territory, based on their favorite foods. Chili Con Pain’s reputation as a mango-loving elephant carries over wherever he roams.
Check out the video below
Thanks to the power of social media, the world is now getting a glimpse into Chili Con Pan’s daily adventures. A video shared by @airnewsalerts captures the moment Chili Con Pan arrives and rocks into a residential neighborhood. Mango Tree They then drop the ripe fruit for a display to delighted onlookers.
The scenes in the video are like something out of a nature documentary, with the majestic elephants roaming the tea plantations, their massive bodies contrasting with the lush landscape and bringing smiles to people’s faces.
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First uploaded: 31 May 2024 14:33 IST
