Maia

All Six Girls Wandering

Lady decided recently that she wanted to return to the male Asian yard. She is very clear about letting us know when and where she wants to go. In this case, she went to the area where the female and male gates connect and stared out in that direction. So,…...

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Sunday Smile: Maia is Ready For Her Close Up

For this week’s Sunday Smile, we bring to you a delightful view of Miss Maia’s lovely trunk. She was in the process of enjoying a bite of hay when we snapped this picture. May you always enjoy your meals as much as Maia does....

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After Dinner With Five Girls

On a recent trip to feed the elephants, we found Maia, Guillermina, Mara, Bambi, and Rana all near each other. Maia and Guillermina were standing near the fenceline and the Powerpuff Girls were hanging out by the pond. One caregiver fed the two girls who were together and others fed…...

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Elephant Gathering

We had an elephant party this week, which happens some mornings. The girls gathered together and had a vocal celebration just before breakfast. The elephants seem to have more energy before their morning meal, after which they often nap in the shade. ...

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Observing Maia’s Ear

You may have noticed at some point that Maia has scar tissue on her right ear which looks like a puffy area towards the base of her ear. It’s about the size of a hand and has been there since she came to sanctuary; we suspect that it’s a result…...

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Maia’s Relaxing Splash

Among all of the elephants here at ESB, Maia is one of the biggest fans of the pond and enjoys her frequent time in whatever form of water she decides on that day. While this video has no sound, it gives a glimpse of the true joy that something as…...

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