Elephants need all the help they can get to survive after we’ve ruined their habitats and food sources, and poached the species for their ivory tusks and hide to the point of being endangered.
So when a baby elephant in desperate need of care was brought to The Rhino Orphanage, a South African non-profit dedicated to caring for and rehabilitating orphaned and injured rhinos, the staff couldn’t bare to turn him away even though they typically don’t care for elephants.
“A baby elephant arrived at the orphanage on Tuesday night after he was found stuck in some mud. We have named him Jabu which means happiness,” the Rhino Orphanage wrote in a post to their Facebook page. Baby Jabu was found alone in a mud pit and while they have no idea how long he was left stranded there, he was so weak and exhausted that he couldn’t even stand on his own once freed.
Once in the orphanage’s care, he received expert care, lots of formula, and plenty of rest. At first, his caretakers weren’t sure if Jabu would pull through, but once he finally started to gain back some strength, they knew he’d make a full recovery.
“Little Jabu could not stand when he arrived because he completely exerted himself while struggling to get out the mud. It’s been touch and go with this little boy but we are pleased to report that he is now standing and walking on his own!”
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[Featured image: Abraham Banda]
Baby Elephant Found Stuck In Mud Is Rescued Just In Time is an article from: LifeDaily