The dilemma of keeping domesticated elephants

Elephants rarely suffer from cancer even though their lifespan is similar to humans

An unexpectedly high number of gadfly cases keep our vets busy

By gaining trust and using positive reinforcement

Studies show that elephants have empathy for one another, are altruistic and have strong emotions

A mother’s desperate battle to save her baby

Research shows the vital role that elephants play in the growth, diversity and maintenance of our forests

A National Problem

New research on elephant trunks

Elephants can solve problems as a group