Xishuangbanna, Yunnan, China – A wild Asian elephant herd in Wild Elephant Valley has recently grown with the arrival of its sixth newborn calf.

Captured on camera, the playful young elephant was seen enjoying quality time with its family in the lush surroundings of Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture.

This region in southwest China is a vital habitat for Asian elephants, especially during the dry winter season when many herds gather in the valley. Winter also coincides with the peak time for births, as seen with this latest addition to the herd.

Asian elephants are under first-class state protection in China, with an estimated population of over 300, primarily found in Yunnan Province’s Xishuangbanna, Pu’er, and Lincang regions. The birth of this calf highlights ongoing conservation efforts to protect this endangered species and their habitats.

The joy of welcoming new life into the herd reinforces the importance of safeguarding these majestic creatures for future generations.

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