Unicorn
Wild in Minneriya, Polonnaruwa
A single-tusked bull and one of the stars of the annual Elephant Gathering at Minneriya and Kaudulla, often seen among the females. He was shot dead by unidentified people in March 2025.
- Born
- Unknown
- Died
- 15 March 2025
- Estimated age
- 25–35
- Tusks
- One
- Range
- Minneriya and Kaudulla National Parks
- Body found
- 17 March 2025, by wildlife officials in Minneriya National Park
- Cause of death
- Gunshot wounds; shooters not identified
Likely shot on the 15th; body found on the 17th
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