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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Gerald Imray

More than 100 vultures die after eating elephant poisoned by poachers

Vultures play a crucial role in maintaining healthy ecosystems by efficiently disposing of animal carcasses - (ALAMY)

A devastating incident in South Africa's Kruger National Park has left at least 123 vultures dead after they ate a poisoned elephant carcass.

Poachers are suspected of lacing the elephant with agricultural pesticides, leading to the mass poisoning.

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