March 14, 2025 11:51 AM

Genetic study estimates 51 rare Asian elephants in Cambodia’s northern plains

The first-ever genetic study of endangered Asian elephants in Cambodia's northern plains has estimated the population of these mammals in the region at 51, according to a press release from Fauna & Flora Cambodia on Thursday. Conducted by Fauna & Flora in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment, the study was carried out during the 2020-2021 dry season and utilized non-invasive genetic sampling techniques across three key protected areas: Prey Lang, Preah Roka, and Chhaeb Wildlif...