Zoo Celebrates Rare Elephant Shrew Birth
A zoo is celebrating adorable new arrivals that could help save a species. Two tiny Sengi pups, also called elephant shrews, mark the second successful breeding for these rare African mammals.
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Orphaned Elephant Agbaibor Brings Hope to Nigeria's Forests
A rescued baby elephant in Nigeria's Okomu National Park is giving conservationists hope for saving the country's last 200 forest elephants. His recovery story shows what's possible when communities and experts work together.
Georgia Volunteers Drive Fresh Produce to Rescued Elephants
A new partnership between Second Harvest of South Georgia and an elephant refuge is recruiting volunteers to deliver fresh fruits and vegetables to three rescued elephants. Each Friday, community members can make a simple 40-mile drive that helps feed elephants who need 200 pounds of food daily.
Two Circus Elephants Get 1,000-Acre Sanctuary in Portugal
Julie and Kariba, two African elephants in their 40s who spent decades in captivity, are moving to Europe's first large-scale elephant sanctuary next month. The sprawling Alentejo refuge could eventually house 30 elephants and help reshape a landscape where their ancestors once roamed.
Elephants Return to Uganda After 40 Years Away
After disappearing in the 1970s due to poaching and habitat loss, wild elephants have crossed back into Uganda's Mount Elgon National Park. At least 60 elephants made the journey from Kenya in 2025, marking a remarkable conservation comeback.
India's Rescued Elephants Heal With Ancient Acupuncture
Wildlife SOS veterinarians in India are using acupuncture to treat rescued elephants suffering from chronic pain, paralysis, and digestive issues after years of captivity. The ancient technique is helping elephants walk again and live pain-free when conventional treatments fell short.
Thailand Rewilding Program Grows From 6 to 71 Elephants
A baby elephant born at Thailand's Sap Langka Wildlife Sanctuary marks the sixth successful birth for a formerly domesticated mother, proving that rescued elephants can thrive in the wild. Since 2004, the sanctuary's population has grown from six elephants to 71.
India Rescues Elephant Veer With New Ambulance Tech
A 27-year-old elephant named Veer, severely injured after years of forced labor, just became the first patient in India's new state-of-the-art elephant ambulance. Wildlife SOS is racing to rescue all of India's suffering "begging" elephants by 2030.
Georgia Food Bank Feeds Retired Elephants with Volunteers
A new partnership in Georgia lets volunteers deliver fresh produce to retired elephants at a refuge, turning a simple weekly drive into a chance to care for gentle giants. Second Harvest of South Georgia is teaming up with Elephant Aid International to keep rescued elephants fed and thriving.
British 'Knitting Nannas' Raise Funds for Captive Elephants
A group of care home residents in their 70s, 80s, and 90s are knitting toy elephants to rescue captive begging elephants in India. Their handmade creations have helped animals across four continents, from oil-spill penguins to injured rhinos.
South Africa Launches National Elephant Conservation Plan
South Africa just published its first-ever National Elephant Heritage Strategy, creating a unified framework to protect the country's thriving elephant population for generations to come. The plan brings together scientists, parks officials, and communities to ensure these magnificent animals continue to flourish.
Assam Man Throws Birthday Party for Baby Elephant Priyanshi
An elephant lover in Assam celebrated his baby elephant's birthday with cake, fruit, and song, creating a viral moment of pure joy. The simple celebration showcased the gentle bond between human and animal.
India's First Elephant Ambulance Rescues Injured 27-Year-Old
A specially designed elephant ambulance just completed its first rescue mission, transporting a 27-year-old elephant named Veer across India to receive life-saving veterinary care. The innovative vehicle lets medical teams monitor and treat elephants safely during transport while minimizing their stress.
National Zoo Welcomes First Elephant Birth in 25 Years
A 308-pound Asian elephant calf took her first wobbly steps at Washington D.C.'s National Zoo early Monday morning, marking the zoo's first elephant birth since 2000. With fewer than 50,000 Asian elephants left in the wild, every new arrival brings fresh hope for this endangered species.
Orphaned Elephant Calf Finds New Home After 18-Day Rescue
Forest rangers in India spent nearly three weeks trying to reunite a three-month-old elephant calf with his herd before giving him a safe new home at a specialized care facility. The baby elephant now has dedicated caretakers and another young elephant companion as he grows stronger.
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Baby Elephant Linh Mai Makes Public Debut at National Zoo
The National Zoo's first Asian elephant calf born in nearly 25 years is finally ready to meet visitors. Two-month-old Linh Mai has been learning how to be an elephant from her herd "auntie" after her first-time mom needed extra support.
Elephant Memory Research Could Transform Conservation
Scientists are discovering that elephants experience time and trauma differently than humans, opening groundbreaking new approaches to wildlife protection. Understanding elephant emotions and memories could help save species more effectively than counting populations alone.
Rescued Elephant Builds Her Own Herd Over 12 Years
A begging elephant rescued from Haryana's streets in 2013 became the leader of her own chosen family at a forest sanctuary. What happened next shows how elephant rehabilitation really works.
Teen Befriends Scared Elephant, Becomes Lifelong Rescuer
At 16, Bipin Kashyap offered bananas to a frightened elephant in Kaziranga National Park. That single act of kindness launched a lifetime devoted to rescuing injured elephants across India.
Thailand Elephant Village Shares Sustainable Care Model
An elephant sanctuary in Ayutthaya is opening up about ethical care practices after years of tourism criticism. The Royal Kraal Village now offers visitors education on sustainable elephant welfare from experienced caretakers.
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