One of the best parts about being an African elephant is enjoying the succulent benefits of the marula tree. Named “The Elephant Tree,” (3) (1) for the herds’ dedication to making the trek each summer to savor the “sacred marula fruit” (3) at peak harvest, these special trees attract the elephants. Their remarkable olfactory systems, …
Name: SEEK Name Origin/Meaning: “…named after the indigenous ‘seeki’ tree that is ‘so strong’ the wood is used for ‘walking sticks’ for the community’s elders”. (2) Gender: Male Age When Rescued: one year old Date of Rescue: 31 December 2020, New Years Eve Location of Rescue: Nanyuki Where Now: RETETI ELEPHANT SANCTUARY Namunyak Wildlife …
Ireland has long held a tradition that, on St. Patrick’s Day, in celebration of their global presence and friendships with other nations they take part in the “greening of an iconic structure” (1) within that nation to symbolize their unique bond. In 2016, in Kenya, the sculpture of Ahmed the Elephant was one of those …
‘Look out!’ Marvin cries to the herd. ‘The machines are coming!’ ‘What do we do?!’ cry the elephants. ‘They’ve got Dirk!’ ‘Wait. What’s that sound? It sounds like…’ ‘Machines.’ ‘I can’t get free!’ shouted Dirk ‘Help me!’ “Amelia screams from the launch pad. Waaaaahhhhhhhhhooooo!’ ‘I can do …
In a perfect world all of our elephants would live as elephants in the wild and have the peace of knowing they were not hunted for what is basically their ‘upper incisors,’ albeit ivory.(1) If there were no demand for ivory, there would be no reason for poaching elephants. All reasonable humans realize that. The …
Artist: Addison Size: 2.5 X 3.5 ACEO Medium: Watercolor Colors: light & dark brown teddy bear, with black nose & eyes, red heart, blue green shadow Featuring: Teddy bear with heart on foot! Title: Heart Bear, Original Watercolor by Addison: ACEO Original Watercolor Teddy Bear Painting About the artist: “Hello, my name is Addison Quirk. I like to place …
In the southeast Asian country of Myanmar, formally called Burma, the birth (in July 2022) of a white elephant is being celebrated. With eyes the color of pearls, and the characteristic ‘big ears, plantain branch-shaped back, white hair, distinctive tail, auspicious plot signs on the skin’ and the unique number of ‘claws, five …
In the port town (3) of Dikson, the ‘northernmost settlement’ in Russia, lived a little polar bear named Monetochka. She found herself in serious trouble when an empty tin of condensed milk became stuck in her mouth as the ‘lid clamped down on her tongue’. She had become emaciated as she was unable to eat …
The male elephant was able to tolerate his time in captivity as long as he had his female companion, Saheli. But suddenly one day Saheli died and Kaavan was never the same again. They had spent 22 years together in the Islamabad Zoo and at that age elephants are in the prime of their lives. …
As Elephant Spoken Here turns five today,12 August 2020, our passion for elephant conservation has not abated. For our elephants need us, even more. Over the past several years poignant demonstrations have taken place across the globe in cities like Toronto (Canada), Sao Paulo (Brazil), Johannesburg (South Africa) Nairobi, (Kenya, Africa) and in NYC (USA). …
Agatha Christie said it best. “A mother’s love for her child is like nothing else in the world. It knows no law, no pity. It dares all things and crushes down remorselessly all that stands in its path.” (3) As is typical of an elephant mama the moment she recognizes her son from a distance, … Continue reading »
‘Whoops… ooommmmpppphhhh’ cried Amelia. ‘The machines are coming!’ warned Marvin. ‘I can’t move! ‘Don’t panic. I’ll help you.’ (Marvin) ‘Run, Amelia, run!’ ‘It’s okay, they’re slowing down, but we have to tell the herd!’ said Marvin (The elephant herd confronts Amelia) ‘You almost led them right to us.’ … Continue reading »
‘Ooooooh, what is this?’ ‘It’s the world’s largest nest!’ ‘Awwwwkkkkkk!’ (Marvin falls in) ‘I’m sorry. I’m sorry. I’m sorry!’ ‘CAAAAAWWWWWW!’ ‘Grab on!’ ‘Amelia! What are you doing?’ squawked Marvin ‘I don’t know.’ ‘It’s okay. I’ll help. I make nests all the time.’ ‘Well, it’s not a nest, … Continue reading »
If you have never discovered this delightful story before now is the time to become acquainted with young Amelia the elephant, Marvin the oxpecker and, of course, Dirk the elephant, who comes to appreciate that sometimes the most unlikely solutions from the most unlikely sources can somehow save the day! With a message that still … Continue reading »
Living in harmony with nature by consciously taking the necessary steps to ‘Invest in Our Planet’ can only ensure that present and future generations (including elephants) flourish. Wishing everyone a happy Earth Day 2023. Take a moment to share our message of elephant conservation and remember to Share the Planet. ‘plant trees’ ‘Reduce plastic consumption’ … Continue reading »
Dear Packy: Today would have been your 61st birthday (14 April 1962). As with all elephants born in captivity you never knew the life that you so deserved to have. You could have experienced the freedom of roaming the massive grounds of a sanctuary at any point in your captive life (the … Continue reading »
Artist: Addison Size: 2.5 X 3.5 ACEO Medium: Watercolor Colors: bunny rabbit has light brown fur with white patches; pink inner ears; brown button nose; black eyes, eyelashes, whiskers & wispy fur on top of head! Featuring: Bunny Rabbit portrait! Title: Bunny Rabbit, Original Watercolor Painting by Addison: ACEO Original Watercolor Animal Painting About the artist:“Hello, … Continue reading »
If not for his life as a begging elephant, Moti, a 35 year old bull, would certainly have been In his prime (in the wild, anyway). But for years Moti endured the hardships of a captive elephant, forced to give rides on unforgiving roads, scorching hot under his feet in the merciless Indian sun. What … Continue reading »
There could be no better way to celebrate this Irish holiday than with elephants. These elephant sculptures, covered with Irish clover, were featured, (3) by Elephant Family, at a beach on Inchydoney Island in West Cork, Ireland some time ago to raise awareness of the plight of our elephants. As we relive that memory let … Continue reading »
Artist: Addison Size: 2.5 X 3.5 ACEO Medium: Watercolor Colors: gumball machine in light grey on dark grey stand; penny candy gumballs in red, blue, green & yellow Featuring: Vintage penny candy gumball machine! Title: Gumball Machine Original Watercolor Painting by Addison: ACEO Penny Candy Original Watercolor Painting About the artist:“Hello, my name is Addison Quirk. I … Continue reading »