The monsoon is so beautiful in Vrindavan. Areas that looked brown and uncared for have exploded with abundant greenery. The summer heat is also somewhat soothed by the rains. But you wouldn’t believe what the animals endure in this season.
Flooding is just a small part of it. The real problem is the parasites that thrive during this period. The humidity is sky-high, and this creates an idea environment for maggots and other bugs to thrive. Maggots are the larvae of flies, who lay their eggs in animals’ wounds. These maggots can hatch within a day and burrow deep into an animal’s flesh, sometimes even reaching the brain. They can turn the smallest scratch into a life-threatening wound.
It is very tough to see many, many animals affected by maggot infestations; but thankfully, we know how to help!