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DECLINING ELEPHANT

In Central Africa, the total population of forest elephants declined by 62% between 2002 and 2011. Declines have been devastating in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where warfare, the proliferation of weapons and trading in ivory to fuel rebel factions have resulted in the loss of 80% of elephants (80,000 elephants) since 1970. (US Fish and Wildlife/Elephant Conservation Fund stats)
Elephants in Captivity

Elephants destined for the tourist industry experience great physical and mental trauma. Isolation, starving, hitting and beating are just some of the methods used to initially break their spirits and get them to behave and perform.”

There are some 3,500 captive elephants in India and the majority of them are used for elephant rides by Western tourists.
Join us for #GMFER 2016

Elephanatics is hosting the third annual #GMFER Mardi Gras for Elephants & Rhinos – A Celebration of Life. Join us on September 24 | Creekside Park – 1455 Quebec Street, Vancouver | 12:00 pm to 1:30 PM

Education

Elephants are under threat from environmental changes, poaching and human-animal conflict. We offer flexible, fun and engaging materials to help teachers engage students in the global and pressing issue of elephant extinction.

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Conservation

Scientific Research is fundamental in understanding the needs of wildlife today. Here’s some resources to get you started in learning more about the crisis and mitigation efforts to save the African wild elephant.

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Action

Elephantics is spreading the word and unifying the people through fun events and activities! Here’s photos and information from our recent events including our participation in the Global March for Elephants and Rhinos.

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