Blogs

Who is Photobombing Scott?

We’ve described before how, no matter how hard you try to take photos or videos of the elephants, they often have ideas of their own that have nothing to do with you. Of course, that’s how it should be and that’s why we do our best to be judicious when…...

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Guillermina Gets a Startle

Scott and the caregivers have been continuing to work with Guillermina on training behaviors and footwork, and she’s learning quickly. She’s recently begun letting Scott trim her back feet, which is a new and positive development. She tends to stay very calm and even get a little sleepy....

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Happy Valentine’s Day – And a Fundraiser!

Our gift to you, our supporters, on Valentine’s Day: A morning walk with Mara – off to graze near her herdmate Bambi. This video shows the simplicity of sanctuary life and the priceless, enriching emotional value of sharing your life with others, while also offering an up-close moment with Bambi…...

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Identifying the Elephants: Learning About Maia

We continue our ongoing series on ways to identify each elephant this week with Maia. She is the longest resident of Elephant Sanctuary Brazil and is very distinct in many ways. She shares some characteristics with Guillermina – like their fuzzy hair – but once you learn to recognize Maia,…...

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Sunday Smile: A Rana Surprise!

One recent morning, the girls were walking to breakfast along the fences between Yards 4 and 5 – which is a different area for them to spend time in. They were in a loose configuration, popping out of the bushes at various places along the way. ...

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After Breakfast Hangout

After breakfast seems to be a relaxed time in general, as the elephants enjoy space together or on their own – their choice, of course – generally grazing and having a laid-back time. ...

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