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Bornean Elephant Killed: Ivory Trade Syndicate Suspected
12/16/2025
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Story summary
- A young Bornean elephant died near a Malaysia highway.
- Wildlife rangers found that its head was missing.
- Authorities say 13 elephants have been killed for ivory since July 2024, with beheading used.
- Authorities suspect a local syndicate and have made recent arrests.
- Environmentalists warn expanding the Pan Borneo Highway could threaten elephants and habitat.
