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Poisoned elephants die in Kenyan reserve
The Kenyan Wildlife Service reports that the death of 15 elephants in Amboseli National Park during June and July was most likely caused by cyanide poisoning. This is believed to be due to the use of pesticides on tomato farms adjacent to the park. Investigations indicate that the elephants ingested a toxic substance from the tomatoes, leading to symptoms of paralysis and rapid death. There is evidence that the poisoning may have resulted from human error during pesticide mixing. The findings highlight the need for monitoring pesticide use in the area, along with warnings about the potential risk of toxin exposure to humans as well.
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