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We hold an annual vigil to remember captive elephants that have passed away in zoos, circuses, sanctuaries, temples and tourist attractions. #Vigil4Elephants #CaptivityKills #DontRideElephants #DontBuyATicket [email protected]
November 16, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Victor, they remain on display in captivity for life while they suffer physically and emotionally and often die prematurely.
RIP dear Victor. Our candles burn in your honor and in the hope that the cruel practice of captivity will soon end. May your majestic spirit now roam free, without walls or
RIP dear Victor. Our candles burn in your honor and in the hope that the cruel practice of captivity will soon end. May your majestic spirit now roam free, without walls or
November 16, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Victor, they remain on display in captivity for life while they suffer physically and emotionally and often die prematurely.
RIP dear Victor. Our candles burn in your honor and in the hope that the cruel practice of captivity will soon end. May your majestic spirit now roam free, without walls or
RIP dear Victor. Our candles burn in your honor and in the hope that the cruel practice of captivity will soon end. May your majestic spirit now roam free, without walls or
have lived even longer in the wild. The low survival rate of Victor’s children demonstrates the dismal success rate of breeding elephants in captivity. In addition, captive breeding does nothing for conservation. Elephants bred in zoos are not released back into natural habitats. Instead, like
November 16, 2025 at 1:08 PM
have lived even longer in the wild. The low survival rate of Victor’s children demonstrates the dismal success rate of breeding elephants in captivity. In addition, captive breeding does nothing for conservation. Elephants bred in zoos are not released back into natural habitats. Instead, like
earth in captive spaces far too small to meet their needs. The evidence is clear, the physical health and well-being of elephants cannot be supported in a zoo environment.
A spokesperson for the Berlin Zoo admitted Victor died far too early and should have lived at least 50 years in human care. He
A spokesperson for the Berlin Zoo admitted Victor died far too early and should have lived at least 50 years in human care. He
November 16, 2025 at 1:08 PM
earth in captive spaces far too small to meet their needs. The evidence is clear, the physical health and well-being of elephants cannot be supported in a zoo environment.
A spokesperson for the Berlin Zoo admitted Victor died far too early and should have lived at least 50 years in human care. He
A spokesperson for the Berlin Zoo admitted Victor died far too early and should have lived at least 50 years in human care. He
Victor was born in captivity on October 23, 1993, at the Ramat Gan Zoo in Israel and transferred to the Berlin Zoo in 2000. Victor sired three calves, but only one is still living. Dead far too young, Victor’s life in captivity illustrates the tragic outcome of holding the largest land animals on
November 16, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Victor was born in captivity on October 23, 1993, at the Ramat Gan Zoo in Israel and transferred to the Berlin Zoo in 2000. Victor sired three calves, but only one is still living. Dead far too young, Victor’s life in captivity illustrates the tragic outcome of holding the largest land animals on
be condemned. We owe it to Rex and his offspring to break this cycle of cruelty by ending the institution of captivity. RIP Rex, may you roam forever free.
#RIPRex #Vigil4Elephants #v4E
#RIPRex #Vigil4Elephants #v4E
November 15, 2025 at 2:07 PM
be condemned. We owe it to Rex and his offspring to break this cycle of cruelty by ending the institution of captivity. RIP Rex, may you roam forever free.
#RIPRex #Vigil4Elephants #v4E
#RIPRex #Vigil4Elephants #v4E
freckle dotted forehead and his playful nature, including his love of smashing watermelons.
Rex’s story should serve as a wake-up call, a reminder that he was not an asset for profit. He was a living being. The exploitation that began at African Lion Safari and continued throughout his life must
Rex’s story should serve as a wake-up call, a reminder that he was not an asset for profit. He was a living being. The exploitation that began at African Lion Safari and continued throughout his life must
November 15, 2025 at 2:07 PM
freckle dotted forehead and his playful nature, including his love of smashing watermelons.
Rex’s story should serve as a wake-up call, a reminder that he was not an asset for profit. He was a living being. The exploitation that began at African Lion Safari and continued throughout his life must
Rex’s story should serve as a wake-up call, a reminder that he was not an asset for profit. He was a living being. The exploitation that began at African Lion Safari and continued throughout his life must
sadness. His tusks were magnificent, but they couldn’t change the heartbreaking reality of his life.
When we remember Rex, it will not be as a breeding machine or a zoo attraction, but as the magnificent elephant he was — one who deserved far more than what he received.
We will remember his
When we remember Rex, it will not be as a breeding machine or a zoo attraction, but as the magnificent elephant he was — one who deserved far more than what he received.
We will remember his
November 15, 2025 at 2:07 PM
sadness. His tusks were magnificent, but they couldn’t change the heartbreaking reality of his life.
When we remember Rex, it will not be as a breeding machine or a zoo attraction, but as the magnificent elephant he was — one who deserved far more than what he received.
We will remember his
When we remember Rex, it will not be as a breeding machine or a zoo attraction, but as the magnificent elephant he was — one who deserved far more than what he received.
We will remember his
Zoo on January 14, 2025, due to chronic health issues directly linked to his years of captivity. He was one of the oldest male elephants held in an AZA facility, which is a frightening statement since Asian elephants are known to live decades longer.
When one looks at Rex's story, it invokes deep
When one looks at Rex's story, it invokes deep
November 15, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Zoo on January 14, 2025, due to chronic health issues directly linked to his years of captivity. He was one of the oldest male elephants held in an AZA facility, which is a frightening statement since Asian elephants are known to live decades longer.
When one looks at Rex's story, it invokes deep
When one looks at Rex's story, it invokes deep
Safari to this day.
Rex was sent to The Oklahoma Zoo in 2011 and that was the beginning of the zoo's breeding program. Rex fathered several calves. Three of his calves remain at the zoo to this day, continuing the cycle of exploitation.
At only 57 years old, Rex was euthanized at the Oklahoma City
Rex was sent to The Oklahoma Zoo in 2011 and that was the beginning of the zoo's breeding program. Rex fathered several calves. Three of his calves remain at the zoo to this day, continuing the cycle of exploitation.
At only 57 years old, Rex was euthanized at the Oklahoma City
November 15, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Safari to this day.
Rex was sent to The Oklahoma Zoo in 2011 and that was the beginning of the zoo's breeding program. Rex fathered several calves. Three of his calves remain at the zoo to this day, continuing the cycle of exploitation.
At only 57 years old, Rex was euthanized at the Oklahoma City
Rex was sent to The Oklahoma Zoo in 2011 and that was the beginning of the zoo's breeding program. Rex fathered several calves. Three of his calves remain at the zoo to this day, continuing the cycle of exploitation.
At only 57 years old, Rex was euthanized at the Oklahoma City
November 14, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Peanut and her magnetic personality with this tribute. We hope you will cherish the memory of her and find some comfort that Peanut was loved by all, and that we were able to give her almost a decade of kindness, compassion and freedom.”
Rest in Peace, little Peanut. Your
Rest in Peace, little Peanut. Your
November 14, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Peanut and her magnetic personality with this tribute. We hope you will cherish the memory of her and find some comfort that Peanut was loved by all, and that we were able to give her almost a decade of kindness, compassion and freedom.”
Rest in Peace, little Peanut. Your
Rest in Peace, little Peanut. Your
The dear elephant is a tragic reminder that the damage done to abused captive elephants lasts long after their rescue.
After 10 years as part of the loving Wildlife SOS family, we are struggling to find the right words to say goodbye. We’ve attempted to capture some of our special memories with
After 10 years as part of the loving Wildlife SOS family, we are struggling to find the right words to say goodbye. We’ve attempted to capture some of our special memories with
November 14, 2025 at 1:06 PM
The dear elephant is a tragic reminder that the damage done to abused captive elephants lasts long after their rescue.
After 10 years as part of the loving Wildlife SOS family, we are struggling to find the right words to say goodbye. We’ve attempted to capture some of our special memories with
After 10 years as part of the loving Wildlife SOS family, we are struggling to find the right words to say goodbye. We’ve attempted to capture some of our special memories with
warm embrace, and that trauma had lasting consequences.
Wildlife SOS cares for some of the sickest, severely injured and traumatised elephants, and Peanut was no different. She had good days and bad days, but her rapid decline stunned even our expert veterinarians who worked feverishly to save her.
Wildlife SOS cares for some of the sickest, severely injured and traumatised elephants, and Peanut was no different. She had good days and bad days, but her rapid decline stunned even our expert veterinarians who worked feverishly to save her.
November 14, 2025 at 1:06 PM
warm embrace, and that trauma had lasting consequences.
Wildlife SOS cares for some of the sickest, severely injured and traumatised elephants, and Peanut was no different. She had good days and bad days, but her rapid decline stunned even our expert veterinarians who worked feverishly to save her.
Wildlife SOS cares for some of the sickest, severely injured and traumatised elephants, and Peanut was no different. She had good days and bad days, but her rapid decline stunned even our expert veterinarians who worked feverishly to save her.
is heart-wrenching.
Born into chains in a circus and kept away from her mother as a baby, Peanut faced many long-term health challenges as a result of malnutrition and neglect at such a young age. She was first found standing in her own feces, chained in sight of her mother but unable to reach her
Born into chains in a circus and kept away from her mother as a baby, Peanut faced many long-term health challenges as a result of malnutrition and neglect at such a young age. She was first found standing in her own feces, chained in sight of her mother but unable to reach her
November 14, 2025 at 1:06 PM
is heart-wrenching.
Born into chains in a circus and kept away from her mother as a baby, Peanut faced many long-term health challenges as a result of malnutrition and neglect at such a young age. She was first found standing in her own feces, chained in sight of her mother but unable to reach her
Born into chains in a circus and kept away from her mother as a baby, Peanut faced many long-term health challenges as a result of malnutrition and neglect at such a young age. She was first found standing in her own feces, chained in sight of her mother but unable to reach her
the cost of exploitation and the loss of freedom that can never be restored. RIP Dunja, we will remember you and the life that was your birthright.
#RIPDunja #Vigil4Elephants #V4E
#RIPDunja #Vigil4Elephants #V4E
November 13, 2025 at 1:08 PM
the cost of exploitation and the loss of freedom that can never be restored. RIP Dunja, we will remember you and the life that was your birthright.
#RIPDunja #Vigil4Elephants #V4E
#RIPDunja #Vigil4Elephants #V4E
end, Dunja’s suffering ended through euthanasia on January 8, 2025. At the age of only 51, her body was worn down by the effects of a life she was never meant to live.
Dunja’s story is a stark reminder of the lasting harm captivity inflicts on wild animals. Her life and untimely death illustrate
Dunja’s story is a stark reminder of the lasting harm captivity inflicts on wild animals. Her life and untimely death illustrate
November 13, 2025 at 1:08 PM
end, Dunja’s suffering ended through euthanasia on January 8, 2025. At the age of only 51, her body was worn down by the effects of a life she was never meant to live.
Dunja’s story is a stark reminder of the lasting harm captivity inflicts on wild animals. Her life and untimely death illustrate
Dunja’s story is a stark reminder of the lasting harm captivity inflicts on wild animals. Her life and untimely death illustrate
forced to perform and live in unnatural conditions. Despite no longer being part of the circus, her life remained one of captivity—small enclosures and the pressure to entertain replacing the freedom she once knew. The physical and emotional toll of decades in confinement was inescapable. In the
November 13, 2025 at 1:08 PM
forced to perform and live in unnatural conditions. Despite no longer being part of the circus, her life remained one of captivity—small enclosures and the pressure to entertain replacing the freedom she once knew. The physical and emotional toll of decades in confinement was inescapable. In the
and all wild animals will be given the respect and space they deserve to live life on their own terms.
#RIPZiha #Vigil4Elephants #V4E
#RIPZiha #Vigil4Elephants #V4E
November 12, 2025 at 1:31 PM
and all wild animals will be given the respect and space they deserve to live life on their own terms.
#RIPZiha #Vigil4Elephants #V4E
#RIPZiha #Vigil4Elephants #V4E
for miles in her natural home and raise her own children surrounded by family. She could have lived to be a grandmother of 70 or even 80 years old. All of this was stolen from her for human amusement.
RIP dear Ziha. We will tell your story in the hope that the cruel practice of captivity will end
RIP dear Ziha. We will tell your story in the hope that the cruel practice of captivity will end
November 12, 2025 at 1:31 PM
for miles in her natural home and raise her own children surrounded by family. She could have lived to be a grandmother of 70 or even 80 years old. All of this was stolen from her for human amusement.
RIP dear Ziha. We will tell your story in the hope that the cruel practice of captivity will end
RIP dear Ziha. We will tell your story in the hope that the cruel practice of captivity will end