Sri Lanka, Oct. 17 -- The death of Kavantissa, one of Sri Lanka's best-known wild tuskers, has renewed calls for an independent investigation into the shooting that injured the elephant and questions over whether enough was done to identify those responsible.

Environmentalists are urging authorities to conduct an independent examination of the elephant's remains and investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Wildlife authorities, meanwhile, are preparing to seek a court order for a post-mortem examination to determine the exact cause of death.

Environmentalist Nayanaka Ranwella has called for an independent post-mortem and an investigation to identify whoever shot the animal. He has also questioned whether Kavantissa receiv...