Search results: elephants

Suspected poacher found dead in wildlife preserve, likely killed by elephant

Illegal animal poaching is a serious crime and a major issue for wildlife conservationists. Endangered animals like rhinos and elephants are constantly threatened by these heartless hunters. And poaching is a bad idea — not ...

Giant pandas no longer considered endangered, according to Chinese officials

On Wednesday, Chinese officials announced that giant pandas are no longer considered endangered. The species would be reclassified as “vulnerable.” The exciting news comes as a result of decades of conservation efforts. Cui Shuhong, head ...

Notorious poacher who killed 70 tigers arrested after 20-year search

It’s hard to imagine why anyone would want to kill an innocent animal, let alone one that is part of an endangered species. And yet illegal poaching remains a serious problem, with hunters killing protected ...

Cher calls for release of gorilla who has spent 30 years living in ‘zoo’ above mall

We’ve previously reported on Kaavan, a mistreated zoo elephant who was dubbed the “world’s loneliest elephant” after the death of his partner. And recently, after decades of captivity, Kaavan was finally freed, and is happily ...

Zoo mourns the death of beloved two-year-old baby elephant: ‘We will never, ever forget him’

It’s already been a difficult year for zoos, with most having to close their doors to the public due to lockdown restrictions. Sadly, things got even worse for one zoo, who is now mourning the ...

Touching moment an elephant is reunited with her daughter after 12 years

It was a beautiful moment between mother and daughter – an elephant in Germany who had been separated from her daughter is reunited after 12 years. Pori, the 39-year-old elephant, has been living at a ...

‘Elephant is crying’: 73-year-old blind and deaf Sook Jai saved from life of abuse

No elephant should be kept in captivity and made to work. Elephants are herd animals who shouldn’t be separated from each other, let alone live a life of cruel abuse. Sadly there are an estimated ...

Elephant mom struggles to rescue calf from watering hole – then herd steps in to help

Watching an elephant herd in action is the most beautiful and educational sight we have the privilege of seeing. Herds are led by the oldest and largest female and are made up of mothers, sisters, ...

Egypt bans camel and horse rides around Cairo pyramids, following animal cruelty outcry

Camels are such an iconic part of Egypt, it’s not surprising that tourists visiting the country would want them to be part of the experience. An industry of animal rides has existed around popular travel ...

France to ban use of animals in traveling circuses, breeding orcas and dolphins, and mink fur

Times change, and as more people become aware of how many parts of our culture cause unnecessary harm to animals, the more demand there is for change. New laws have been passed and proposed all ...