Maia

Snack Time at the Fence

In the morning, Maia, Bambi, and Guillermina had gathered along the fence after breakfast. They were enjoying some hay that had been put out for them, which is a supplement to their regular meals. Keeping an eye on what they eat, how, and how much, is one of the ways…...

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Three Wet Elephants

When heading out to bring the elephants their breakfasts, Scott found Maia, Bambi, and Guillermina together, all wet and sparkling clean. He caught sight of them again later that afternoon, just as saturated all over. You can tell when an elephant has been in the pond versus when they’ve been…...

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Maia and Guille Gather in the Annex

Maia, Bambi, and Guillermina have been sharing Yard 4 for the past couple of weeks, having previously spent quite a bit of time in Yard 5 together. The annex is located at the back of Yard 4, will connect with the future Yard 6, and Bambi often gets her check-ups…...

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On Opposite Sides of the Fence

A couple of days ago, all five elephants ended up in the yards near the barn, though in separate areas. We opted not to open the gates between them until we saw how Bambi would react to seeing Mara. As always, we follow their lead when making decisions about who…...

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Giving Tuesday Early Gifts (and Friends in the Shade)

As you see in this video, good friends can spend quiet time together. Guillermina, Maia, and Bambi are grazing in the shade, projecting a relaxed vibe. They give each other the gift of companionship and support when it’s most needed. Their journey isn’t always effortless, but that’s the beauty of…...

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Maia and Bambi Wander

This week, Bambi and Maia have been spending some time in the back portion of Yard 5. They seem to enjoy the good grazing in that spot. Yesterday, they returned from their trip and met up with Guillermina back on the near side of the yard. It was breakfast time,…...

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