Global Sanctuary for Elephants
@globalelephants.org
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.
For the first time in 25 years, an Asian #elephant was born at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute. More: https://nationalzoo.si.edu/news/female-asian-elephant-calf-born-smithsonians-national-zoo-and-conservation-biology-institute
Female Asian Elephant Calf Born at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute
For the first time in nearly 25 years, elephant care staff are celebrating the birth of an Asian elephant—an endangered species.
nationalzoo.si.edu
February 12, 2026 at 2:00 AM
For the first time in 25 years, an Asian #elephant was born at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute. More: https://nationalzoo.si.edu/news/female-asian-elephant-calf-born-smithsonians-national-zoo-and-conservation-biology-institute
VOLUME UP! Maia’s trumpets sparked a quick chat with Bambi’s deep rumbles and Guille’s high squeaks (she’s usually the quiet one!). After a few gentle trunk touches, the trio settled into the sun to graze the afternoon away. Read more: https://globalelephants.org/morning-vocalizations/
February 11, 2026 at 9:02 PM
VOLUME UP! Maia’s trumpets sparked a quick chat with Bambi’s deep rumbles and Guille’s high squeaks (she’s usually the quiet one!). After a few gentle trunk touches, the trio settled into the sun to graze the afternoon away. Read more: https://globalelephants.org/morning-vocalizations/
Don't forget to send some love to the sanctuary elephants for valentine's day! 💚🐘 Donate here: https://globalelephants.org/valentines-day-2026/
February 11, 2026 at 4:35 PM
Don't forget to send some love to the sanctuary elephants for valentine's day! 💚🐘 Donate here: https://globalelephants.org/valentines-day-2026/
"I see trees of green
Red roses too
I see them bloom
For me and you
And I think to myself
What a wonderful world"
Rana 💚
Red roses too
I see them bloom
For me and you
And I think to myself
What a wonderful world"
Rana 💚
February 11, 2026 at 3:48 AM
"I see trees of green
Red roses too
I see them bloom
For me and you
And I think to myself
What a wonderful world"
Rana 💚
Red roses too
I see them bloom
For me and you
And I think to myself
What a wonderful world"
Rana 💚
Sometimes, when the caregivers are using the hose, the girls come over and ask to be sprayed. 😄 Of course, they are happy to oblige!
February 10, 2026 at 10:18 PM
Sometimes, when the caregivers are using the hose, the girls come over and ask to be sprayed. 😄 Of course, they are happy to oblige!
The sanctuary elephants graze on the naturally growing grasses and other plants. 💚 It's a simple freedom that some of our residents did not have for decades in their previous lives.
February 10, 2026 at 2:01 AM
The sanctuary elephants graze on the naturally growing grasses and other plants. 💚 It's a simple freedom that some of our residents did not have for decades in their previous lives.
had no interest in our presence at all, which is exactly what we always hope for. We left the two elephants to graze and doze (and repeat).
February 10, 2026 at 12:03 AM
had no interest in our presence at all, which is exactly what we always hope for. We left the two elephants to graze and doze (and repeat).
little while before and that’s the kind of activity that often calls for a nap afterward. We kept our distance while we took this video so as not to disturb her and, though she certainly knew we were near,
February 10, 2026 at 12:03 AM
little while before and that’s the kind of activity that often calls for a nap afterward. We kept our distance while we took this video so as not to disturb her and, though she certainly knew we were near,
That seems to be what Mara is doing today. You may be watching the video and wondering, “Is she even awake?” and she is, but only a little. In fact, she’s standing so still that at times she almost looks like a photograph. The only giveaway is her swaying tail. Mara and Rana had been swimming a
February 10, 2026 at 12:03 AM
That seems to be what Mara is doing today. You may be watching the video and wondering, “Is she even awake?” and she is, but only a little. In fact, she’s standing so still that at times she almost looks like a photograph. The only giveaway is her swaying tail. Mara and Rana had been swimming a
There’s nothing quite as satisfying as a boring day at sanctuary. It allows you to make your own excitement when you’re in the mood and enjoy time at your own pace. When you have the option to “choose your own adventure,” as they say, sometimes you choose no adventure at all.
February 10, 2026 at 12:03 AM
There’s nothing quite as satisfying as a boring day at sanctuary. It allows you to make your own excitement when you’re in the mood and enjoy time at your own pace. When you have the option to “choose your own adventure,” as they say, sometimes you choose no adventure at all.
This Valentine’s Day, join Friends of Global Sanctuary for Elephants in providing nourishment for our girls. Hay is an essential part of a balanced diet at Elephant Sanctuary Brazil. Donate and help us reach our goal! https://globalelephants.org/valentines-day-2026/
February 9, 2026 at 4:29 PM
This Valentine’s Day, join Friends of Global Sanctuary for Elephants in providing nourishment for our girls. Hay is an essential part of a balanced diet at Elephant Sanctuary Brazil. Donate and help us reach our goal! https://globalelephants.org/valentines-day-2026/
a little more delicate in how she picks her trunkfuls. There might still be a few roots attached, but each blade has been picked more carefully (and is cleaner) than those of her companion. Regardless of how each elephant eats their greenery, the end result is the same: a nice, big, tasty bite.
February 9, 2026 at 2:58 AM
a little more delicate in how she picks her trunkfuls. There might still be a few roots attached, but each blade has been picked more carefully (and is cleaner) than those of her companion. Regardless of how each elephant eats their greenery, the end result is the same: a nice, big, tasty bite.
There’s something calming about the sight of an elephant relaxing in the rain. This week’s Sunday Smile reflects that as it catches Bambi standing in a soft shower, grazing on the still-green grass. Unlike Maia, who doesn’t seem to care if she pulls up lots of dirty roots with her grass, Bambi is
February 9, 2026 at 2:58 AM
There’s something calming about the sight of an elephant relaxing in the rain. This week’s Sunday Smile reflects that as it catches Bambi standing in a soft shower, grazing on the still-green grass. Unlike Maia, who doesn’t seem to care if she pulls up lots of dirty roots with her grass, Bambi is
"A Scottish safari park has bid a “very sad farewell” to the only African elephant in Scotland, after her death at the age of 54 following a period of ill health." Read more: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/safari-park-bids-very-sad-farewell-to-scotland-s-only-african-elephant/ar-AA1VPw9g
February 8, 2026 at 6:11 PM
"A Scottish safari park has bid a “very sad farewell” to the only African elephant in Scotland, after her death at the age of 54 following a period of ill health." Read more: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/safari-park-bids-very-sad-farewell-to-scotland-s-only-african-elephant/ar-AA1VPw9g
the sweet smell of the mud after a storm. While elephants seem to fill their day with joy so effortlessly, most of us have to be more intentional about slowing down and embracing these moments.
Tell us below: what’s something simple that brings you joy? ☕🌻
Tell us below: what’s something simple that brings you joy? ☕🌻
February 8, 2026 at 2:47 AM
the sweet smell of the mud after a storm. While elephants seem to fill their day with joy so effortlessly, most of us have to be more intentional about slowing down and embracing these moments.
Tell us below: what’s something simple that brings you joy? ☕🌻
Tell us below: what’s something simple that brings you joy? ☕🌻
as Mara leans her weight against the fence, letting the water shower her trunk, trickle down her face and lip, and pool around her toes.
Watching them embrace these simple things reminds us of what it was like to be children, when we better appreciated the crisp water from the hose and
Watching them embrace these simple things reminds us of what it was like to be children, when we better appreciated the crisp water from the hose and
February 8, 2026 at 2:47 AM
as Mara leans her weight against the fence, letting the water shower her trunk, trickle down her face and lip, and pool around her toes.
Watching them embrace these simple things reminds us of what it was like to be children, when we better appreciated the crisp water from the hose and
Watching them embrace these simple things reminds us of what it was like to be children, when we better appreciated the crisp water from the hose and
Joy comes effortlessly to elephants. They seem to have endless appreciation for life’s little things. You can see it when they relax in the cool rain on a hot day, when they sigh deeply and float in the ponds, and when they greedily devour their favorite treats. You can see it in this video,
February 8, 2026 at 2:47 AM
Joy comes effortlessly to elephants. They seem to have endless appreciation for life’s little things. You can see it when they relax in the cool rain on a hot day, when they sigh deeply and float in the ponds, and when they greedily devour their favorite treats. You can see it in this video,
Over 60 new charges, including animal cruelty, have been brought against 5 people involved with Natural Bridge Zoo, where the elephant Asha was kept before her controversial move to Two Tails Ranch. https://ow.ly/TliU50YaEOW
February 7, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Over 60 new charges, including animal cruelty, have been brought against 5 people involved with Natural Bridge Zoo, where the elephant Asha was kept before her controversial move to Two Tails Ranch. https://ow.ly/TliU50YaEOW
Elephants sometimes destroy banana & papaya crops—but not for the fruit. Studies suggest they seek stems & leaves for parasite-fighting compounds, showing remarkable self-medicating instincts. Learn more: https://globalelephants.org/a-snack-after-treatment/
February 6, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Elephants sometimes destroy banana & papaya crops—but not for the fruit. Studies suggest they seek stems & leaves for parasite-fighting compounds, showing remarkable self-medicating instincts. Learn more: https://globalelephants.org/a-snack-after-treatment/
"A popular campsite in Thailand’s oldest national park has been closed after a tourist was fatally attacked by a wild elephant believed to be responsible for at least three deaths." More: https://www.stuff.co.nz/world-news/360934533/third-death-linked-one-elephant-prompts-campsite-closure-thailand
February 6, 2026 at 2:03 PM
"A popular campsite in Thailand’s oldest national park has been closed after a tourist was fatally attacked by a wild elephant believed to be responsible for at least three deaths." More: https://www.stuff.co.nz/world-news/360934533/third-death-linked-one-elephant-prompts-campsite-closure-thailand
It's a Bambi sandwich! This is Guille on the left, Bambi in the middle, and Maia on the right. 🐘🐘🐘
February 6, 2026 at 2:43 AM
It's a Bambi sandwich! This is Guille on the left, Bambi in the middle, and Maia on the right. 🐘🐘🐘
In order to honor the elephants’ journeys here at Elephant Sanctuary Brazil, we’ve been sharing some background on each of the girls. Today is Rana's turn! Read her story here: https://globalelephants.org/ranas-history-of-healing/
February 5, 2026 at 10:48 PM
In order to honor the elephants’ journeys here at Elephant Sanctuary Brazil, we’ve been sharing some background on each of the girls. Today is Rana's turn! Read her story here: https://globalelephants.org/ranas-history-of-healing/
Good morning from Guille! Snapping a photo of the girls in the middle of an ear flap always brightens our day. 🥰
February 5, 2026 at 4:13 PM
Good morning from Guille! Snapping a photo of the girls in the middle of an ear flap always brightens our day. 🥰
I spy with my little eye...
Rana! 🐘😄
Rana! 🐘😄
February 5, 2026 at 2:06 AM
I spy with my little eye...
Rana! 🐘😄
Rana! 🐘😄
Guille’s tiny squeaks can melt hearts. 💛 After breakfast, her sweet vocalizations sparked a chorus with Maia and Bambi—squeaks, trumpets, and rumbles. Moments like these show how free she feels to express herself. Read more: https://globalelephants.org/a-few-squeaks-from-guille/
February 5, 2026 at 1:10 AM
Guille’s tiny squeaks can melt hearts. 💛 After breakfast, her sweet vocalizations sparked a chorus with Maia and Bambi—squeaks, trumpets, and rumbles. Moments like these show how free she feels to express herself. Read more: https://globalelephants.org/a-few-squeaks-from-guille/