Thai Environment Minister Varawut Silpa-archa was at the airport and said the elephant landed in perfect condition. He said earlier that Thailand spent at least $540,000 for the animal's repatriation.

Thailand has nearly 3,800 domesticated elephants, most kept in camps. There are fears that many will suffer during what is expected to be a time of prolonged severe economic hardship.

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They also offer programs like elephant feeding and even “spa” days in the water with their elephants so you can make a splash on your Thai trip. Prices from roughly $28. Elephant in the room 4 ...

Elephants are a common sight on the streets of Baan Ta Klang village, in Thailand. Here, a mahout rides his elephant past a sculpture of a mythical, multiheaded elephant in February.

BANGKOK — A well-known elephant sanctuary in Thailand appealed for help on Friday after torrential flash floods forced the evacuation of about 100 elephants.

BANGKOK, Thailand — The millions thrown out of work in Thailand by the coronavirus include elephants dependent on tourist money to feed their voracious appetites. With scant numbers of foreign ...

Elephants have a longstanding history in Thailand and are used for transportation, labor, tourism and conservation purposes. Nearly 60 elephants enjoyed a two-ton spread of fruits and vegetables.

BANGKOK — More than a decade ago, it was common for elephant owners to take their animals into Thailand’s cities and beg in the streets. Other elephants were put to work by illegal loggers ...

A Thai elephant keeper stands next to an elephant during Thailand's National Elephant Day celebration at Nong Nooch Tropical Garden in Pattaya, Thailand, which was celebrated on March 13, 2022.