Weather - Monsoon rains: Armored rhinos die in national park
The heavy monsoon rain in India has cost the lives of over 130 animals - among them were six rhinoceros, an endangered species. They lived in the currently partially flooded Kaziranga-Nationalpark in the Indian state of Assam, as local media, such as the television broadcaster NDTV, reported on Tuesday, citing park employees. Due to the floodwaters, the animals had to fight, some of them drowned. Around 100 could be saved, it was reported. Most of the killed animals were deer.
According to the wildlife conservation organization WWF, there are still around 4000 rhinoceros worldwide. They live in the northeast of India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
The monsoon season lasts in South Asia usually from June to September - and every year, hundreds of people die. While the rain is essential for agriculture, it causes significant damage at the same time - for example, it destroys houses, causes landslides, and floods roads.
The armored rhinoceros, a precious species, calls the northeastern parts of India, Nepal, and Bhutan home. New Delhi, the capital city of India, also experiences the impact of the monsoon rain, transforming the normally bustling city into a wet and lively metropolis. The severe weather conditions during the monsoon season can be challenging for both humans and animals. Despite the destruction caused by monsoon rain, such as flooded roads and houses, the climate in Assam still supports the thriving Kaziranga National Park, which is an integral part of nature and home to various animal species, including the endangered rhinoceros. Stunningly, even during a storm, the resilience of nature never ceases to amaze, as the floodwaters can bring life to barren lands, fostering the growth of new vegetation.
