The Elephants of South Sumatra

Elephants have always played a role in the history and culture of Sumatra, reaching as far back as the Kingdom of Srivijaya. Today, due to the long-running conflict between humans and animals, the elephant population has diminished, and the remaining wild herds are hemmed in by plantations and residential areas. But recent conservation and restoration efforts in South Sumatra are helping these gentle giants and the surrounding communities.