14K views · 1.9K reactions | It's no surprise that the elephants lucky enough to roam freely through Yok Don National Park as part of Vietnam's first ethical elephant tour, have already become the healthiest elephants in the country. Animals Asia is proud to be partnering with Yok Don National Park and Olsen Animal Trust to make this dream a reality. Choose ethics over exploitation. Take Vietnam's only ethical elephant tour: www.animalsasia.org/EthicalElephantTour | Animals Asia | Facebook

As we reflect on Asian elephant Shanthi’s legacy, we celebrate her contributions to the conservation community. Over 44 years, the wealth of information she has taught us about elephant biology, reproduction, medicine, ecology and more could fill volumes. Equally noteworthy, however, is her service as an animal ambassador. As we read the wonderful memories you’ve shared, we are profoundly touched. It is clear that her sweet, inquisitive and charming nature has made a lasting impression on us all

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34K views · 365 reactions | August 12 marks World Elephant Day. Thanks to conservation efforts over the past 30 years, the population of wild Asian elephants in Southwest China's Yunnan province has grown from about 150 to over 300. Follow our reporters to the Asian Elephant Breeding and Rescue Center in Yunnan's Xishuangbanna Dai autonomous prefecture to learn some fun facts about this amazing species' diet. | China Daily | Facebook