All articles tagged with #elephant
Originally Published 8 days ago — by DW
Kenya mourns the death of Craig, a legendary super tusker elephant known for his massive tusks and calm demeanor, symbolizing successful conservation efforts that have increased elephant populations and highlighted the importance of protection and community involvement.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by ABC News
Kenya mourns the death of Craig, a legendary 'super tusker' elephant in Amboseli National Park, known for his massive tusks and calm demeanor, symbolizing successful conservation efforts; he died of natural causes at age 54, leaving a lasting legacy in wildlife protection and tourism.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by Yahoo
Kenya mourns the death of Craig, a legendary 'super tusker' elephant in Amboseli National Park, known for his immense tusks and calm demeanor, symbolizing successful conservation efforts; he died of natural causes at age 54, leaving a lasting legacy in wildlife protection and tourism.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by AP News
Kenya mourns the death of Craig, a legendary 'super tusker' elephant in Amboseli National Park, known for his massive tusks and calm demeanor, symbolizing successful conservation efforts; he died of natural causes at age 54, leaving a lasting legacy in wildlife protection and tourism.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by BBC
Craig, a renowned 54-year-old male tusker elephant and a symbol of conservation success in Kenya's Amboseli National Park, has died of natural causes. Known for his impressive tusks and calm demeanor, he was also a brand ambassador for Tusker beer and a major tourist attraction, representing Africa's natural heritage. His death marks the loss of one of the last remaining super tuskers, highlighting the importance of wildlife preservation.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by BBC
A Spanish tourist in Kenya faced backlash after videos surfaced of him pouring beer into an elephant's trunk and feeding elephants and a rhino in wildlife reserves, actions considered dangerous and disrespectful to conservation efforts, prompting investigations by Kenyan authorities and calls for stricter regulation of tourist behavior in wildlife parks.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by KSL.com
A hungry wild elephant named Plai Biang Lek in Thailand raided a grocery store near Khao Yai National Park, snacking on various items and causing minor damage, highlighting the ongoing issue of elephants venturing into human habitats due to habitat loss.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by ABC News
A wild elephant named Plai Biang Lek entered a grocery store in Thailand from Khao Yai National Park, helped himself to snacks, and left without harm, highlighting increasing human-wildlife conflicts as elephants venture into human areas due to habitat loss.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
A circus elephant named Viola escaped while being washed near a road in Butte, Montana, causing a traffic disruption for about 10 minutes before being safely guided back into its trailer by its trainer.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
An elephant escaped from the Jordan World Circus in Butte, Montana, causing a stir as it roamed the streets and even defecated on someone's lawn before being safely returned to the circus. The incident was captured on video and sparked a range of reactions on social media, with some expressing concern for the animal's well-being. PETA submitted a complaint to federal authorities, criticizing the circus for its treatment of the elephant and urging people not to support circuses that exploit animals.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Viola, a 58-year-old elephant with the Jordan World Circus, escaped from her handlers in Butte, Montana, after being spooked by a car backfiring while getting a bath. She was captured after a brief 10-minute chase and went on to perform in the circus that evening. Animal advocacy groups PETA and PAWS criticized Viola's escape, alleging a history of abuse and involuntary servitude by the circus supplier, Carson & Barnes Circus.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
An elderly elephant named Viola escaped from the Jordan World Circus in Butte, Montana, after being spooked by a vehicle while getting a bath. The elephant roamed the streets briefly before being recaptured by circus staff without incident. This is not the first time Viola has escaped, having done so in 2010 and 2014. The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals identified the elephant and described her as "elderly." No damage or injuries were reported, and the circus continued as scheduled.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KABC-TV
A 58-year-old Asian elephant escaped from a traveling circus in Butte, Montana, causing a stir as it walked through traffic and knocked over a fence before being corralled back to safety by its trainers. The elephant had been in a parking lot being washed ahead of a performance when a car backfired and spooked her.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC Montana
An elephant from the Jordan World Circus in Butte, Montana, was captured on video roaming the streets before being safely returned to its handlers. The elephant's escapade was captured on social media and YouTube, garnering thousands of views. Before being caught, the elephant left a surprise on a local lawn and was also seen walking past a local business. The circumstances of its escape are currently being investigated.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Sun
Using advanced AI technology, scientists conducted a virtual tournament of 256 animals to determine the toughest creature on Earth, with the African elephant emerging as the victor, surpassing a ferocious Siberian tiger in the final. The simulation, which analyzed attributes such as size, weight, strength, speed, offensive, and defensive capabilities, showcased the elephant's dominance with eight wins and no losses. However, experts caution that it's challenging to accurately predict real-world animal confrontations solely based on AI simulations.