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.
Many people don’t realize that woody browse is a natural and essential part of an elephant’s diet. We often show the sanctuary residents peacefully grazing on grass and hay, but elephants eat sticks, branches, bark, roots, and other tough plant material, too.
January 24, 2026 at 7:46 PM
Many people don’t realize that woody browse is a natural and essential part of an elephant’s diet. We often show the sanctuary residents peacefully grazing on grass and hay, but elephants eat sticks, branches, bark, roots, and other tough plant material, too.
This is an interesting view of Maia enjoying her grass today. 😄
January 24, 2026 at 1:33 AM
This is an interesting view of Maia enjoying her grass today. 😄
It can be incredibly peaceful to be near an elephant when they are grazing. Whether they’re gently roaming or standing still, the mood is almost always calm and everyone seems pretty settled. You hear the sounds of grass being pulled from the ground or torn in swatches which,
January 23, 2026 at 9:49 PM
It can be incredibly peaceful to be near an elephant when they are grazing. Whether they’re gently roaming or standing still, the mood is almost always calm and everyone seems pretty settled. You hear the sounds of grass being pulled from the ground or torn in swatches which,
"A wild elephant known as Si Daw Kaew has been captured and relocated from Wang Nam Yen district in this northeastern province to an elephant behaviour modification facility..." www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/gen...
Wild elephant relocated to curb human-elephant conflict
SA KAEO - A wild elephant known as Si Daw Kaew has been captured and relocated from Wang Nam Yen district in this northeastern province to an elephant behaviour modification facility, in a move aimed ...
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January 23, 2026 at 6:20 PM
"A wild elephant known as Si Daw Kaew has been captured and relocated from Wang Nam Yen district in this northeastern province to an elephant behaviour modification facility..." www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/gen...
On January 1, 2026, Bali Zoo officially stopped offering elephant rides following a new government directive and mounting pressure from international animal welfare organizations, including World Animal Protection. Read more: https://ow.ly/ZRGl50Y10jT
January 22, 2026 at 1:01 PM
On January 1, 2026, Bali Zoo officially stopped offering elephant rides following a new government directive and mounting pressure from international animal welfare organizations, including World Animal Protection. Read more: https://ow.ly/ZRGl50Y10jT
Bambi came to ESB underweight, fearful, and with serious foot, skin, and vision issues after years of neglect. With space, choice, proper care, and supportive friendships, she’s rebuilt her strength and confidence. Read more: https://ow.ly/KW7250Y10eN
January 22, 2026 at 9:01 AM
Bambi came to ESB underweight, fearful, and with serious foot, skin, and vision issues after years of neglect. With space, choice, proper care, and supportive friendships, she’s rebuilt her strength and confidence. Read more: https://ow.ly/KW7250Y10eN
Here are some adorable snapshots of Mara from her silly time in the rain with Rana. 🥰
January 22, 2026 at 1:34 AM
Here are some adorable snapshots of Mara from her silly time in the rain with Rana. 🥰
A rainy afternoon turned playful when Mara flopped into a freshly fluffed dirt pile by the pond, fully embracing the mud. Rana stayed close, calm and watchful, before joining the silliness. 🌧️🐘 Read more: https://globalelephants.org/muddy-fun-with-mara-and-rana/
January 21, 2026 at 7:03 PM
A rainy afternoon turned playful when Mara flopped into a freshly fluffed dirt pile by the pond, fully embracing the mud. Rana stayed close, calm and watchful, before joining the silliness. 🌧️🐘 Read more: https://globalelephants.org/muddy-fun-with-mara-and-rana/
Here's a close up of Maia -- another beautiful example of the pink skin that Asian elephants sometimes have.
Learn more about elephant skin here: https://globalelephants.org/elefact-friday-remarkable-elephant-skin/
Learn more about elephant skin here: https://globalelephants.org/elefact-friday-remarkable-elephant-skin/
January 21, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Here's a close up of Maia -- another beautiful example of the pink skin that Asian elephants sometimes have.
Learn more about elephant skin here: https://globalelephants.org/elefact-friday-remarkable-elephant-skin/
Learn more about elephant skin here: https://globalelephants.org/elefact-friday-remarkable-elephant-skin/
We have had more questions lately about the pink spots on the sanctuary elephants. 💖 Asian elephants have areas of skin that lack the usual brown pigmentation, so they look pink. It's harmless and normal and a bit like freckles. (Photo of Bambi)
January 21, 2026 at 1:23 AM
We have had more questions lately about the pink spots on the sanctuary elephants. 💖 Asian elephants have areas of skin that lack the usual brown pigmentation, so they look pink. It's harmless and normal and a bit like freckles. (Photo of Bambi)
We don't usually capture footage of Mara's silly moments, so it was nice to be able to share her dip in the pond yesterday!
January 20, 2026 at 7:17 PM
We don't usually capture footage of Mara's silly moments, so it was nice to be able to share her dip in the pond yesterday!
Rana and Mara have been doing their usual thing of wandering and grazing, wandering and grazing. We were doing some cleaning near the barn and the two elephants were snacking on some of the taller grasses in Yard 5 and the hay decorations we’d left in the yards.
January 20, 2026 at 2:01 AM
Rana and Mara have been doing their usual thing of wandering and grazing, wandering and grazing. We were doing some cleaning near the barn and the two elephants were snacking on some of the taller grasses in Yard 5 and the hay decorations we’d left in the yards.
Maia is funny, thoughtful, and beautiful. Look at that sweet face. 🥰
January 19, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Maia is funny, thoughtful, and beautiful. Look at that sweet face. 🥰
Bambi looks wonderful in the sea of green grass. 😍
January 19, 2026 at 12:47 AM
Bambi looks wonderful in the sea of green grass. 😍
Oftentimes, the macaws, parrots, and parakeets at the sanctuary make a huge ruckus. This week’s Sunday Smile gives us a quick look at some blue and gold macaws in the trees at the back of the African habitat. If they weren’t so interested in eating the pequi fruit in the trees,
January 18, 2026 at 9:22 PM
Oftentimes, the macaws, parrots, and parakeets at the sanctuary make a huge ruckus. This week’s Sunday Smile gives us a quick look at some blue and gold macaws in the trees at the back of the African habitat. If they weren’t so interested in eating the pequi fruit in the trees,
"In Nigeria, they have never rescued an elephant like this before; this is the first of its kind." Read more: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/rescuers-respond-baby-elephant-found-153000684.html
Rescuers respond after baby elephant is found in concerning predicament: 'Never rescued an elephant like this before'
"This shows how much awareness has grown."
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January 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM
"In Nigeria, they have never rescued an elephant like this before; this is the first of its kind." Read more: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/rescuers-respond-baby-elephant-found-153000684.html
Sometimes, Bambi stands between her friends, Maia and Guille. We call that a Bambi Sandwich! 😄
January 17, 2026 at 1:49 AM
Sometimes, Bambi stands between her friends, Maia and Guille. We call that a Bambi Sandwich! 😄
Maia has a calm, playful way about her—happy to lead when needed, but just as content staying close to Bambi as a gentle guide. Here, the two pause to enjoy a surprise stash of hay while Guille explores on her own. Read more: https://globalelephants.org/elefact-friday-to-graze-and-to-snack/
January 16, 2026 at 8:02 PM
Maia has a calm, playful way about her—happy to lead when needed, but just as content staying close to Bambi as a gentle guide. Here, the two pause to enjoy a surprise stash of hay while Guille explores on her own. Read more: https://globalelephants.org/elefact-friday-to-graze-and-to-snack/
During the rainy season, the grass grows really, really tall! Look how high it is next to Maia. 😄 She's almost swimming in it!
January 16, 2026 at 1:22 AM
During the rainy season, the grass grows really, really tall! Look how high it is next to Maia. 😄 She's almost swimming in it!
Maia and Bambi are great, supportive friends for Bambi.
🐘💚🐘💚🐘 When they stand on either side of her, we call them a "Bambi sandwich".
🐘💚🐘💚🐘 When they stand on either side of her, we call them a "Bambi sandwich".
January 15, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Maia and Bambi are great, supportive friends for Bambi.
🐘💚🐘💚🐘 When they stand on either side of her, we call them a "Bambi sandwich".
🐘💚🐘💚🐘 When they stand on either side of her, we call them a "Bambi sandwich".
A recent study suggests that elephants might sometimes raid farms for medicinal plants. They may seek out parts of bananas and papayas when they’re suffering from gut parasites, sparking a cross-species exchange of pharmaceutical knowledge. www.smithsonianmag.com/science-natu...
When Some Elephants Raid Farms, They Might Not Be After a Snack. They Could Be Looking for Medicinal Plants
A recent study suggests that the large mammals may seek out parts of bananas and papayas when they’re suffering from gut parasites, sparking a cross-species exchange of pharmaceutical knowledge
www.smithsonianmag.com
January 15, 2026 at 4:12 PM
A recent study suggests that elephants might sometimes raid farms for medicinal plants. They may seek out parts of bananas and papayas when they’re suffering from gut parasites, sparking a cross-species exchange of pharmaceutical knowledge. www.smithsonianmag.com/science-natu...
Maia came over quick with her eyes on the prize... dinner! 😄
January 15, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Maia came over quick with her eyes on the prize... dinner! 😄
After a storm dropped more branches in Yard 4, caregivers cut them into snack-sized pieces for Mara and Rana. Both wanted the same branch at first—until Mara claimed it and Rana happily found her own. 🌿🐘 Read more: https://globalelephants.org/its-ranas-turn-for-a-tree/
January 14, 2026 at 9:03 PM
After a storm dropped more branches in Yard 4, caregivers cut them into snack-sized pieces for Mara and Rana. Both wanted the same branch at first—until Mara claimed it and Rana happily found her own. 🌿🐘 Read more: https://globalelephants.org/its-ranas-turn-for-a-tree/
This morning, our petition "Protect Captive Elephants and Demand Fair Oversight!" was at 16,832 signatures! Add your name here: www.change.org/p/protect-ca...
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Protect Captive Elephants and Demand Fair Oversight!
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January 14, 2026 at 5:26 PM
This morning, our petition "Protect Captive Elephants and Demand Fair Oversight!" was at 16,832 signatures! Add your name here: www.change.org/p/protect-ca...
Each month, our EleGuardians vote on their favorite photos. These are the photos of the month for January! If you'd like to sponsor an elephant and become an EleGuardian, you can learn more here: https://globalelephants.org/adopt-an-elephant/
January 14, 2026 at 2:49 AM
Each month, our EleGuardians vote on their favorite photos. These are the photos of the month for January! If you'd like to sponsor an elephant and become an EleGuardian, you can learn more here: https://globalelephants.org/adopt-an-elephant/