A tiger hunt in Gerik, Malaysia, unexpectedly resulted in the capture of eleven elephants. The operation, initiated to locate and capture a tiger reportedly preying on livestock, utilized strategically placed traps. However, instead of the targeted tiger, the traps successfully captured the elephants, prompting a swift response from wildlife authorities. The Perak Department of Wildlife and National Parks (Perhilitan) is now focused on safely relocating the elephants. Officials believe the elephants wandered into the trap areas while following traditional migration routes. This incident highlights the challenges of wildlife management and the potential for unintended consequences during animal capture operations. Perhilitan assures the public that the elephants are in good health and are being monitored closely during the relocation process.