Exciting news from Disney’s Animal Kingdom! A new addition has joined the savanna – Corra, a two-month-old African elephant calf, who weighs a whopping 312 pounds. She recently made her debut and is already stealing hearts with her cuteness.
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Corra is the first second-generation elephant born in the Animal Kingdom’s history, with her mother, Nadirah, also being born here at Animal Kingdom. Corra’s family is well-represented in the park, with her aunts Stella and Luna, her grandmother Donna, and her dad Mac all part of the herd.
The journey to Corra’s arrival was a two-year process, starting with the animal care team noticing changes in Nadirah’s behavior. After a successful courtship with Mac, the magic of a second-generation calf became a reality.
During her pregnancy, Nadirah had regular ultrasounds to ensure both she and the baby were healthy. Despite the challenges of not being able to see the entire calf due to its size and position, the veterinary team, led by Dr. Betsy, could feel Corra move and even kick!
Nadirah’s care was a top priority, with keepers providing her with nutritious treats like sweet potatoes, carrots, and hay. As the big day approached, the teams monitored Nadirah’s hormone levels and the calf’s size and weight, leading up to the successful birth of Corra.
This achievement is part of Disney’s ongoing efforts in collaboration with the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ Species Survival Plan to ensure the genetic diversity and healthy population of endangered species. And there’s more good news – two more baby elephants are expected in 2025!
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So, next time you visit Disney’s Animal Kingdom, don’t miss the chance to take a safari ride and say hello to Corra and her family, a true testament to the park’s dedication to wildlife conservation.
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