Wild Wishes - Asian Elephants

The holiday season is a time for reflection, gratitude, and hope. Here at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, those reflections center around gratitude.
This year, our Asian elephant family gave us two extraordinary reasons to celebrate: a female calf born in July and a male calf born in October. These births mark a historic milestone in the Columbus Zoo’s nearly 100-year history, as we welcomed two calves in a single year.
Behind these milestones is a team whose dedication is steadfast. Our elephant care specialists pour heart and expertise into every detail—whether monitoring expectant mothers through the night, encouraging playful exploration for calves, or developing enrichment that strengthens bonds within the herd. Their hard work reflects the best of what we can achieve together – and your generosity fuels every moment of it.
You can help fuel the future for elephants, both within our care and in the wild, when you donate to the Columbus Zoo. When you give to the Zoo Fund, you help provide the tools, expertise, and resources that protect elephants—and all the animals in our care—every single day. From specialized diets and veterinary care to cutting-edge conservation research, your generosity makes a difference for the animals at the Columbus Zoo and around the globe. For more information and to make your donation towards the Columbus Zoo, visit https://www.columbuszoo.org/wild-wishes