World & Nation
At least 100 elephants have died in Zimbabwe’s largest national park because of drought, a grim sign of El Niño and climate change.
Dec. 21, 2023
Recreation: Growers seek to take over Elephant Butte Dam and irrigation facilities from U.S. But public fears loss of popular vacation spot.
June 30, 1996
Nearly deaf, Jeremiah Kilango couldn’t hear the herd of elephants encircling him while he tended cattle deep in the African bush.
July 13, 1993
Conservationists and veterinarians are warning that plastic waste in an open landfill in eastern Sri Lanka is killing elephants.
Jan. 14, 2022
California
Despite many sad setbacks, the Oakland Zoo and others persevere in efforts to breed the endangered species.
Nov. 19, 2001
A new report says hundreds of animals have died in Kenyan wildlife preserves during East Africa’s worst drought in decades.
Nov. 4, 2022
The lure and peril of southern Africa’s elephants
Nov. 7, 2009
Entertainment & Arts
If a Christmas gift from the mall just won’t do this year, Valencia resident Tom Wise has created an eccentric alternative to fruitcake and sweaters.
Nov. 13, 1994
Scientists have pinpointed how years of civil war and poaching in Mozambique have led to a greater proportion of elephants that will never develop tusks.
Oct. 22, 2021
Travel & Experiences
Rule 1 from the Jungle King’s Handbook: Never ride an elephant bareback for more than half a mile.
July 24, 1988