Protecting, rescuing and providing sanctuary for elephants worldwide. First project- Elephant Sanctuary Brazil.
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"This spring, Alice, a 52-year-old Asian elephant, finally succeeded in breaching the steel-welded barrier at ABQ BioPark Zoo to indulge her desire for vegetation not available to her inside her tiny, barren yard." ow.ly/NmbB50Zbbsv
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Rana was feeling extra cheerful at breakfast and greeted caregivers with a few enthusiastic trumpets. š After a quick hello, she and Mara headed off to dust and then make a muddy mess for the afternoon. Read more: globalelephants.org/greetingā¦
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The auction is now open! Place your bids on our curated experiences, art, and jewelry from supporters around the world who, like you, are contributing to a better world for elephants. 100% of the proceeds from the auction support the sanctuary. šš
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The annual Trunks & Treasures auction begins tomorrow! š Bid June 12ā20 on artwork, jewelry, sanctuary experiences, and more while helping fund Elephant Sanctuary Brazilās first on-site medical facility and ongoing care for all residents. ow.ly/l0XV50ZaIil
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"Mom and Son Find 1.8 Million Year-Old Elephant Tooth During Beach Walk: 'Quite Incredible'" Read more: people.com/mom-and-son-find-ā¦
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While Guillermina relaxed in the shade with a hay snack, Maia and Bambi spent time splashing at the water trough. Eventually, the older girls sought out their younger friend and joined her in the shade. Read more: ow.ly/LCUY50Z9Ze3
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"...international treaties and laws enacted decades ago to curb the ivory trade changed how zoos manage elephant populations. Elephants are no longer sourced from the wild, leaving zoos with a limited and aging population." ow.ly/b07e50Z9XWH
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Mara (left) and Rana (right) are typically together all day. They slowly wander through the habitats, grazing and spending quiet moments together.
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Sometimes, the caregivers will have a harder time spotting the girls in the habitat, because they will go deep inside amongst the trees.
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At breakfast, Bambi, Maia, and Guillermina arrived covered in mud and full of energy. š While caregivers hand-fed Bambi, she kept sneaking bites of Guilleās hayāa role reversal that gave everyone a good laugh! More: globalelephants.org/bambis-iā¦
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"Tembo's Tragic Tale: Held For 50 Years at the Topeka Zoo Until Death Set Her Free" idausa.org/campaign/elephantā¦
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Mara (front) and Rana (back) were headed out into the habitat when they both decided to take a pause to graze a little and relax a lot. Their stillness reflects their comfort with each other, as does their relaxed nature and closeness.
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Bull elephant Sdudla has moved from ZooTampa to San Diego Zoo Safari Park. More: sandiegouniontribune.com/202ā¦
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Elephants' column-like legs support immense weight, and despite reaching speeds of up to 15 mph, elephants never have all four feet off the ground at once, so they can't technically run. Learn more about elephant gaits in today's Elefact! globalelephants.org/elefact-ā¦
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Trunks & Treasures is almost here! Proceeds from the auction will support the construction of our new medical building. With a gift of $100 or more, your name, or the name of someone you wish to honor, will be displayed on the building after construction. ow.ly/5FuA50Z8aoQ
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The sanctuary elephants have lots of room to roam and natural vegetation to choose from. š„° Thank you, Sanctuary Family, for continuing to make this possible.
This is Rana amongst all the green!
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"This Mobile Veterinary Unit Is Standing Between Sumatraās Elephants and Extinction" Read more: earth.org/this-mobile-veteriā¦
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In the newest episode of our podcast, Global Rumblings, Scott, Kat, and @nadiamarzi discuss the impact of captivity on elephant social preferences. Listen on our website at Globalelephants.org/podcast or find a video version on our YouTube channel!
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The Bombay High Court in India "noted that the right of an elephant to a quality life is over and above the rights of men to use the animal for religious rites". More: newsonair.gov.in/elephants-rā¦
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