Thai elephants get potty training

Agence France-Presse ^ | January 19, 2005 | AFP

[Space Wrangler]

Yeah, that's the story I remember seeing. It sounds true at least. Plus there seems to be widespread reports that not only elephants, but most animals headed out. I do find it peculiar that those two dolphins got trapped inland though.

[cweese]

Those must be some rugged street sweepers to remove the pachy. scat from the streets.

[Roccus]

I'm sooo confused!
Perhaps I should take my nap early today.

[Conservative_boy_in_Bangkok]

the sweepers get the urine and the smaller piles. Ladies come by with sturdy brooms and huge dust pans (not nearly as regularly as the sweepers) and get the poop.

[killjoy]

Elephants Saved Tourists from Tsunami

Interesting. I wouldn't be surprised if this is true, but I do think the details are a little exaggerated for the story. The article gives the impression that the rides are along the beach which I don't believe is very accurate. Almost always they are through jungle areas, not out in the open. I sent an email to a friend who will know more it and will post when I hear something.