Giraffe Calves Found Safe After Yearlong Disappearance Linked to Natural Bridge Zoo

Two giraffe calves missing from Natural Bridge Zoo have been located and safely transferred to the Georgia Safari Conservation Park after more than a year of investigation by the Virginia attorney general’s office; authorities have not disclosed where the calves were found or how they were moved due to an active criminal investigation. The case follows past animal‑care violations at the zoo, which led to seizures in 2023 and a conviction for the owner. PETA joined the effort with a reward offer, and officials urge anyone with information about the calves’ illegal movement to call 804-786-2071.