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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 7h

improvements and expansion of our wildlife rehabilitation and release facilities. Every tapir, toucan, tortoise, and tamandua who has found temporary shelter and care at Elephant Sanctuary Brazil, and all those still in need, will have healthier futures because of you.

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 7h

We want to send a big THANK YOU to all who gave during World Animal Day. Over 75 of our sanctuary family members contributed and, with the addition of a gracious match donation by the Rick & Michele Palmer Animal Relief Fund, you helped us raise a total of $6,518–all of which will go toward

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 12h

and she is daintily shoveling the red dust out. Because she can sometimes be a little sensitive to being filmed, we kept our distance. Plus, we try to give the girls space when they are resting or sleeping. Kenya reclined for a few good minutes before getting back up and heading into the habitat.

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 12h

to new noises, so she might start to recline and then, if any sound rang out, would get right back up. We see this willingness to relax easily as a sign that she’s becoming more and more comfortable every day.
You can see in the video that Kenya has dug a little hole in the dirt with her trunk,

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 12h

While one of our caregivers was cleaning the barn after breakfast, Kenya was in the adjoining stall and she lay down. It’s not unusual for her to do that, especially late in the morning, because that’s her fairly regular routine. When she first arrived at the sanctuary, she was more sensitive

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 14h

Support the sanctuary with a DAF on #DAFDay! Think of a DAF as a savings account for giving. You contribute to the account, receive a tax deduction, and then recommend grants to support nonprofits like Global Sanctuary for Elephants whenever you’re ready. globalelephants.org/daf-day-is-o...

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 1d

sounds that were completely unique. Guille in particular would chirp, almost like a seal. After Pocha died, Guille lost some of those vocalizations, much like Maia did when Guida passed away. And just as Maia regained her voice after some time, Guille is now embracing hers as well.

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 1d

a squeak or two. In this instance, Guille was the one who started the party, heading toward Scott and her breakfast with a head full of steam and some of her special noises for good measure.

When Guille and her mother Pocha first arrived at sanctuary, they made such grand, loud, and celebratory

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 1d

VOLUME UP for an elephant party! Maia, Guillermina, and Bambi eat together almost every meal. You’ve probably seen many videos of them greeting the day together in a very silly, vocal way. A lot of times, Maia will start with some trumpets while Bambi rumbles, and then Guille will offer up

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 1d

Cora, a 67-year-old Asian #elephant at the Topeka Zoo was euthanized on Tuesday. Cora was born wild, but spent decades in the circus and entertainment industry. She had lived at the zoo since 2016. Tembo now lives alone at the zoo. www.wibw.com/2025/10/08/c...

Cora, Topeka Zoo’s 67-year-old elephant, has died, officials say

Cora once appeared in the movie "Smokey and the Bandit II."

www.wibw.com

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 2d

That seemed to make Pupy more comfortable and she finished her last few mouthfuls. All was calm and no one had a strong reaction to the other–but we will keep an eye on them as they continue to get used to each other’s behaviors and mannerisms.

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 2d

and seemed to be thinking about walking away, taking a couple of small steps. Caregivers offered Pupy some encouragement and she stayed at her spot. Eventually, Kenya turned away slightly and walked toward the water trough, seeking out a drink to wash down her breakfast.

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 2d

lady, Kenya tends to eat at more of a scarfing speed. This morning, Kenya seemed to be keeping an eye on Pupy’s nearby pile of food. Kenya picked up a bite of her own alfalfa and slowly edged closer to Pupy, maybe considering some of Pupy’s grain; Pupy picked up a quick trunkful

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 2d

her meal near Kenya. They both settled in Yard 1 while caregivers did their daily poop pick-up in the neighboring yards. The two elephants positioned themselves together along the fence to enthusiastically greet the caregivers who came bearing lots of goodies.

Pupy often eats calmly and like a

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 2d

we’re placing their food piles a comfortable distance apart, so everyone can concentrate on their own snacks and feel safe while doing it.

This morning at breakfast, Pupy was in Yard 2 and Kenya was in Yard 1. Pupy’s energy was calm and settled, and she decided she was comfortable having

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 2d

Based on what we’ve seen from Pupy and Kenya during their meals, we figured that they wouldn’t have too many issues “sharing” their neighbor’s food. (Guille and Maia have been guilty of this in the past.) But, since everyone is still in the getting-to-know-you phase,

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 2d

The rainy season is going to help improve Kenya's skin by softening the old built-up layers of dead skin cells and dirt. (You can see this build up on her trunk in this photo)

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 3d

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 3d

The rainy season arrived with a bang! 🌧️ Kenya lifted her trunk to sniff the air before the downpour—her first real tropical storm after decades in dry Mendoza. She later celebrated by shaking trees, while Pupy made a muddy mess by the trough. Read more: globalelephants.org/the-first-re...

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 3d

"Wild elephants, long regarded as a symbol of strength in nature and closely tied to the culture and belief of many communities in Việt Nam, are now facing the real risk of extinction."

There are plans to save the fewer than 200 wild elephants left.
vietnamnews.vn/environment/...

Urgent action needed to save Việt Nam’s elephants from extinction

Wild elephants, long regarded as a symbol of strength in nature and closely tied to the culture and belief of many communities in Việt Nam, are now facing the real risk of extinction.

vietnamnews.vn

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 4d

we’re giving you a peek at Pupy’s silhouette as the sun sets. She’d finished dinner and was perhaps finding a comfortable spot to relax and digest. She almost disappears into the background, which is a perfect symbol of what we hope sanctuary life can be: the most natural environment possible.

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 4d

The evening colors at the sanctuary are almost indescribable. In fact, the horizon view at any time of the day is remarkable–and you can see for miles in each direction. The night sky can truly take your breath away. For this week’s Sunday Smile,

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 5d

Thank you for continuing to support the animals who find home and healing at the sanctuary. globalelephants.org/world-animal...

World Animal Day

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 5d

Right now, we need more space to welcome animals in need. This World Animal Day, help us improve our wildlife enclosures by donating toward the metal fencing needed for the expansion. The Rick & Michele Palmer Animal Relief Fund will match all gifts up to $2,500 – doubling your impact.

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Global Sanctuary for Elephants @globalelephants.org · 5d

It’s World Animal Day and while elephants are at the heart of what we do, our team also cares for many native species here in Brazil’s Cerrado. From tapirs and toucans to anteaters and owls, our rehab program gives wildlife the chance to heal and return to their forest homes. 🌿 (link below)

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