Like every year, this year, too, Bhunte could smell some aromatic fragrances and fruits across the forest. Villagers were busy bringing in the Lord of prosperity, wealth, wisdom, and happiness- Ganesha- an elephant-headed God to their homes. They have that... Continue Reading →
Bhunte met Maila after many months near the water hole. Maila was restless and moving around sniffing the air. Maila was in his 15th years when he left his herd. Bhunte never understood why he left. Bhunte gently approached Maila... Continue Reading →
It was a very hot day. Unlike every day, Bhunte was tired and sleepy. He was clumsily walking behind his herd. His herd stopped to forage in the patch of thickets. He somehow managed to sneak out. He was not... Continue Reading →
It was a tiring day for Bhunte. He played a lot. "Mom" trumpeted Bhunte. His mom replied immediately. He ran towards her and suckled milk. Once he was full, he leaned against mom's forelimb. The day was pleasant. She slowly... Continue Reading →
Bhunte loves playing with his trunk. Bhunte wonders less about how his trunk might have evolved. This versatile tool is a fusion of his nose and his upper lips. Made up of more than 30,000-40,000 muscles-trunk is his proud possession.... Continue Reading →
Bhunte on his way to his herd came across a strange gathering- where he saw an adult tusker named- Biliya. He was the one who crossed the elephant-proof barricade in Veeranahosahalli. He was training some of the tuskers and makhnas on... Continue Reading →
Bhunte has a habit of strolling when his herd is engrossed in grazing. He had encountered many wonderful animals during this exploration. Today too was such day. He heard the alarm calls from Bonnet macaques and Spotted deer. His herd... Continue Reading →
When Bhunte was following the dancing shadows under the tall canopies, he banged on something soft and rigid. He gently turned around and found someone very curious observing him. The stranger then introduced himself to Bhunte- "Hi, I am kale.... Continue Reading →
After a day long grazing near the backwater, all the members in Bhunte's herd were completely exhausted and tired. Bhunte's mom cuddled Bhunte and she dozed off. But, Bhunte could not sleep. He slowly untangled himself from his mom's trunk... Continue Reading →
Bhunte: The baby elephant 