US based 501c3 that exists to help create sanctuaries for captive elephants. Our pilot project is Elephant Sanctuary Brazil. 2,800 acres of beautiful land to provide elephants with the space and freedom needed to recover from a lifetime of captivity.
Global Sanctuary for Elephants
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Mara (left) and Rana (right) are typically together all day. They slowly wander through the habitats, grazing and spending quiet moments together.
Global Sanctuary for Elephants
At breakfast, Bambi, Maia, and Guillermina arrived covered in mud and full of energy. 😄 While caregivers hand-fed Bambi, she kept sneaking bites of Guille’s hay—a role reversal that gave everyone a good laugh! More: https://globalelephants.org/bambis-in-a-sharing-mood/
Elephants' column-like legs support immense weight, and despite reaching speeds of up to 15 mph, elephants never have all four feet off the ground at once, so they can't technically run. Learn more about elephant gaits in today's Elefact! https://globalelephants.org/elefact-friday-a-unique-gait/
The sanctuary elephants have lots of room to roam and natural vegetation to choose from. 🥰 Thank you, Sanctuary Family, for continuing to make this possible.
This is Rana amongst all the green!
"...international treaties and laws enacted decades ago to curb the ivory trade changed how zoos manage elephant populations. Elephants are no longer sourced from the wild, leaving zoos with a limited and aging population." https://ow.ly/2K5G50Z9XWI
Sometimes, the caregivers will have a harder time spotting the girls in the habitat, because they will go deep inside amongst the trees.
Trunks & Treasures is almost here! Proceeds from the auction will support the construction of our new medical building. With a gift of $100 or more, your name, or the name of someone you wish to honor, will be displayed on the building after construction. https://ow.ly/3UgS50Z8aoR
Mara (front) and Rana (back) were headed out into the habitat when they both decided to take a pause to graze a little and relax a lot. Their stillness reflects their comfort with each other, as does their relaxed nature and closeness.
"Tembo's Tragic Tale: Held For 50 Years at the Topeka Zoo Until Death Set Her Free" https://www.idausa.org/campaign/elephants/latest-news/update-tembos-tragic-tale-held-for-50-years-at-the-topeka-zoo-until-death-set-her-free/
Bull elephant Sdudla has moved from ZooTampa to San Diego Zoo Safari Park. More: https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2026/06/06/new-african-savanna-elephant-welcomed-at-san-diego-zoo-safari-park/
