The forest fires that ravaged the National Park during early summer, have deprived many herbivores of their fodder. The ruthlessly hot summer and delayed rains, have added to their misery. Many animals have been wandering from thirst and dehydration, especially in the Titmatti and Veeranahosalli range of the National Park. Some enfeebled animals have already died. A wild bison died due to dehydration in the Kanchammana Halli area, inside the National Park recently.