eleblog

“Constantly harassed by wild elephants, the army is planting the world’s hottest chilli in its camp adjoining the Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary in Mariani to ward off straying herds.” - The Telegraph

“Elephant fencing has hardly proved a shocker for Assam’s marauding elephants, so authorities have turned to a cheaper — and hotter — option. They are erecting rope fences dipped in chilli powder around paddy fields and plantations to reduce man-elephant conflicts.” - Hindustan Times

“The humble chilli pepper - used in the manufacture of Tabasco Pepper Sauce - was initially used in North America as a deterrent against bears and was found to be equally effective against other large mammals - including elephants.” - Namibian