It seems the publisher wants to portray a journey through wild elephants as terrifying — yet without real evidence, the message falls flat. But anyone familiar with Sri Lanka’s wild elephants knows their behaviour can indeed be intimidating, especially when they feel threatened or when people get too close.
In reality, these elephants aren’t naturally aggressive; they react to stress, habitat loss, and human intrusion. Their “terrifying” behaviour is often a reflection of fear rather than true hostility. Understanding this helps reveal the truth: respect their space, and even the wildest encounters become far less frightening.
