Notice how Amali’s distinctive tusks curve outwards? Tusks are determined by genetics; by an elephant's mother, father and relatives that roamed before them. An orphan of drought, Amali may have lost her herd, but she’ll always carry a piece of them with her wherever she goes.
Her family wasn’t the only thing Amali lost in 2022 – the tip of her trunk was also severed by a snare before her rescue. Since she came into our orphan herd, we’ve provided Amali with everything she’s needed to thrive, from veterinary care to milk and guidance.
Discover this survivor’s story: https://t.co/HzQtkjCRsp
Ever wondered how elephants handle tough, wiry grasses?
Watch closely this elephant uses its foot to pin the grass down while its trunk pulls it free. It is a clear display of elephants’ powerful coordination between body and trunk.
Elephants spend 12 to 18 hours a day eating and can consume around 300 to 600 pounds (135 to 270 kg) of food daily. With that much to gather, efficiency matters and this foot assisted technique helps them manage even the toughest plants.
The more we observe these animals, the more we are fascinated by their intelligence, adaptability, and the subtle ways they solve everyday challenges in their environment.
Wamata was found alone near the Tiva River in Tsavo East – visibly forlorn, in poor condition, and clearly having been on her own for some time. She had survived by eating greens, but without her mother's milk, she was fading, fast.
Milk is everything for a young calf. It provides the fat, nutrients, and energy they need to grow. A month after Wamata's rescue, when this was filmed, the difference was already visible: regular feeds were doing their job, her weight was returning, and her confidence was building.
Today? She's a chubby-cheeked cherub. See her transformation: https://t.co/JEWB6actSI