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The Oregon Zoo introduced its new baby elephant, born on February 1, to the public.
The Oregon Zoo has unveiled the first heartwarming images of its newborn baby elephant, a female born on Saturday, February 1. Standing on her feet just 15 minutes after birth, she weighs around 90 kilograms and appears to be in excellent health.
According to Steve Lefave, head of the zoo’s elephant program in Portland, the birth was remarkably smooth, with the mother Rose-Tu helping her calf to stand and take its first steps quickly.
Zookeepers are keeping their distance to allow mother and baby to bond, but they are optimistic about the future. The baby elephant is already nursing well and benefiting from Rose-Tu’s protective care.
Asian elephants are critically endangered, threatened by habitat loss and human conflict. The Oregon Zoo, renowned worldwide for its expertise, continues its efforts in elephant conservation.
