With a single tusk that made him stand out, the majestic bull elephant Unicorn was a true king among the wild herds of Minneriya, a biodiversity hotspot in the island’s north-central region, globally known as the home of the world’s largest gathering of elephants.

At dusk, Unicorn would often be seen alongside female elephants — a breathtaking sight that left an indelible impression on the visitors. But this spectacle has now come to a tragic end after Unicorn was shot and his carcass was found by wildlife officials on March 17.

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Photo credit:  Namal Kamalgoda