The pachyderm was suffering from chronic foot problems and senility and under the care of a team of five veterinarians. Dr Ilayaraja, deputy director, veterinary, Wildlife SOS. said, "Multiple organ failure caused by impaired circulation due to severe senility is suspected to be the cause of death."
Sita and Mia were rescued and sent to Mathura by Wildlife SOS from Tamil Nadu. Sita was older of the two elephants. Its condition was a testament to years of mishandling and improper care.
On arrival at the Elephant Conservation and Care Centre, Mathura, vets diagnosed it with suffering from a condition known as ankylosis, an ailment of the joints that had afflicted both its forelimbs. Vets found that it had suffered a fracture in captivity that had never been allowed to heal.
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